The personal information of Jang Jaewon, a 26-year-old suspect who was arrested for fatally stabbing his ex-girlfriend on the street, has been made public.


Jang Jaewon, suspect in the murder case in Goejeong-dong, Daejeon. Photo by Daejeon Police Agency

Jang Jaewon, suspect in the murder case in Goejeong-dong, Daejeon. Photo by Daejeon Police Agency

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On the morning of August 11, the Daejeon Police Agency released Jang Jaewon's photo, name, age, and other personal information on its website.


The decision to disclose his personal information was made during a review committee meeting held on August 8. The disclosure was carried out after the suspect expressed no objection.



On July 29 around noon, Jang Jaewon stabbed his ex-girlfriend to death with a knife in Goejeong-dong, Daejeon, and then fled the scene. He was apprehended one day after the crime. Before being arrested by the police, he attempted to poison himself and received hospital treatment before being taken into custody.


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