If I make you a prosecutor, are you going to be the president of South Korea?

On that day, a major news story broke from the Seoul District Prosecutors Office: Seok Myung-kwan, the former president of Hanjin Bank, was subjected to violent interrogation by a prosecutor surnamed Lee from the Criminal Division after being extradited back to South Korea. Unable to bear the humiliation, President Seok committed suicide by jumping off a building!

The news quickly spread rapidly, and reporters from several Seoul newspapers went to the Seoul District Prosecutors' Building, the scene of the incident, to investigate, but were all stopped by security guards and not allowed to enter.

They ended up only taking a few photos from a distance, through the fence. The photos showed a car parked downstairs from the Seoul District Prosecutors' Office, its roof seemingly struck by a heavy object, leaving spiderweb-like cracks, and faint traces of blood could be seen scattered around it...

Upon returning, these reporters, as if instructed, adopted sensational headlines and extensively reported on the incident.

[Shocking! Seoul District Prosecutors' Office reports murder, suspected to be caused by prosecutor's violent interrogation of suspect?]

When will memory restoration techniques disappear? In pursuit of crime-solving efficiency, this prosecutor drove a person to their death; they should apologize and admit their mistake!

[Rumor has it that the suspect in the Seoul District Prosecutors' Office's death by falling is former Hanjin Bank president Seok Myung-kwan, and the person interrogating him is Lee Seung-hwan, the chief prosecutor of the Seoul District Prosecutors' Office's Criminal Division 3!]

[Does he have a history of violent interrogations? It is rumored that Lee Seung-hwan, chief prosecutor of the Seoul District Prosecutors' Office's Criminal Division 3, has used similar methods on prisoners on multiple occasions!]

Even prisoners have human rights! Even if he made 99% of his mistakes, doesn't the prosecutor also have that remaining 1% to blame?

Should any means be used to expedite solving a case? Is the so-called "truth" obtained through torture truly genuine?

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In no time, news of Seok Myung-gwan's violent interrogation and subsequent death spread throughout Seoul. Countless South Koreans carried newspapers in their hands, and the story was featured on the front page.

A barrage of negative public opinion ensued, with the public heavily criticizing the Seoul District Prosecutors' Office, feeling that the prosecutor surnamed Lee had gone too far.

"Damn it, are prosecutors these days really going to such lengths to solve cases? They actually drove a suspect to suicide by jumping off a building. That's unbelievable!"

"Yes, even if he made a huge mistake, he shouldn't be treated like that. It's insane. Can just anyone become a prosecutor these days?"

"Tsk, you guys don't know yet, do you? This prosecutor surnamed Li has a criminal record. He was publicly questioned by Li Jiangxi, the editor-in-chief of the National Daily, for the issue of violent interrogation. Unexpectedly, this prosecutor surnamed Li not only denied it, but also scolded the editor-in-chief Li. Afterwards, he was not punished at all. Rumor has it that he has a very deep background and a powerful backer within the procuratorate!"

"Damn it, this is outrageous! How can there be such a scoundrel among the prosecutors? Is there no one who can control him?"

"What do you know? They're all prosecutors. Do you expect them to investigate themselves? Don't dream about it. You can only pray you don't commit any crimes and don't fall into the hands of these prosecutors!"

"We strongly demand that the Seoul District Prosecutors' Office give us an explanation!"

The emotions of ordinary people at the bottom of society are most easily ignited. They do not know the truth or the cause and effect; they only believe what others deliberately present to make them believe.

Therefore, when these media outlets reported on the so-called death of Seok Myung-gwan and Lee Seung-hwan's "violent interrogation" behavior.

This immediately led many South Koreans to believe that the prosecutor had gone too far, practically committing murder, and they demanded that the Seoul District Prosecutors Office come forward and give the public an explanation.

Otherwise, how can they trust prosecutors to handle cases impartially in the future, and how can they trust these self-proclaimed embodiments of justice?

Everything seemed to have been meticulously rehearsed beforehand.

A large number of "citizens" took out various pre-prepared protest signs and demonstrated in front of the Seoul District Prosecutors' Building. The signs read "A prisoner's life matters too," "Violent interrogation is unacceptable," "Prosecutor Lee must apologize," and "We have the right to know the truth."

Various protest slogans, etc.

Such a large-scale operation immediately triggered an even larger chain reaction.

Li Jiangxi, the editor-in-chief of the National Daily who had been keeping a low profile for a long time, once again published an article commenting on the matter.

[Former Hanjin Bank president Seok Myung-kwan committed suicide by jumping from a building at the Seoul District Prosecutors' Office; this was a tragedy that could have been avoided!]

Author: Li Jiangxi

Many of my acquaintances may remember that I previously wrote an article about a prosecutor surnamed Lee within the Seoul District Prosecutors' Office who used excessive force during interrogations.

The article describes how this prosecutor was adept at using "violent interrogation" to deal with "criminals," which he believed was a highly efficient and legitimate way to solve cases.

Instead of taking this as a warning, they take pride in it and become complacent.

After I first put forward this view, I was met with a counterattack from this prosecutor surnamed Li, who ridiculed and belittled me, humiliating me to the extreme. It was both intimidating and awe-inspiring. No wonder he is a prosecutor, what a great official arrogance!

Now, my original argument has been validated once again: violent interrogation is this prosecutor surnamed Li's "signature skill" for survival, and using violence to achieve his goal of solving cases seems to be commonplace!

I can't help but wonder, is this really the right thing to do?

Don't prisoners have human rights?

South Korea is a democratic country that values ​​human rights!

Even if he really is a criminal, he should be treated in a more civilized way. We cannot allow such behavior, which involves violence, to damage our image in the eyes of more civilized Westerners!

Therefore, I sincerely hope that certain leaders of the Seoul District Prosecutors' Office can no longer turn a blind eye and a deaf ear to the existence of such black sheep!

The assistance from Li Jiangxi, editor-in-chief of the National Daily, directly and completely ignited the public opinion. He stood on various moral high grounds and condemned Li Chenghuan's "wrong behavior".

It was also mentioned that this move would damage South Korea's positive image in the eyes of its "American daddies," and even pointed out that it would draw criticism for saying that South Koreans do not value human rights!

This huge accusation is hard for anyone to withstand. South Korea was even trying to abolish the death penalty in order to appease Westerners, claiming that prisoners also have human rights.

Now you, a prosecutor, have used violent interrogation to drive a prisoner to his death. Isn't this a clear demonstration of disrespect for the human rights of prisoners?

This time, things really escalated.

The Seoul District Prosecutors' Office acted swiftly. Choi Byung-sung, head of the Criminal Division 3, immediately summoned Lee Seung-hwan and berated him in his office.

"Damn it! Lee Seung-hwan, what the hell are you doing?"

"Who gave you permission to use violence during interrogation?"

"Do you know how chaotic things are outside right now?"

"Hey, hey!"

"Didn't I warn you last time that you must treat prisoners gently?"

"Now look what's happened! That guy named Seok Myung-gwan died in a fall at our Seoul District Prosecutors' Office, and the news media seized on this, launching a tirade against us and criticizing us relentlessly. This has severely damaged the positive image of our Seoul District Prosecutors' Office in the eyes of the public. You bear the main responsibility!"

What am I supposed to say?!

Seeing Choi Byung-sung's angry expression at his incompetence, Lee Seung-hwan lowered his head, looking ashamed: "I'm sorry, Minister, I was just eager to solve the case. You may not know, but this Seok Myung-gwan was the one who carried out the illegal loans for Chairman Wu and Councilor Jang."

"I wanted to get the whereabouts and purpose of that money out of him as soon as possible, so I could help you resolve this problem and close this case. But Shi Mingguan is too stubborn; he insists he doesn't know anything about it. I was a bit too impatient, so..."

"I never expected him to choose to jump off a building and commit suicide. This is indeed my responsibility, and I am willing to accept the punishment."

Upon hearing this, Cui Bingcheng narrowed his eyes and said, "So, Shi Mingguan never revealed all the details of how he helped Chairman Wu and Councilor Zhang obtain illegal loans, even until his death?"

Lee Seung-hwan nodded: "Yes."

Choi Byung-sung breathed a slight sigh of relief, but his expression remained cold as he said, "In that case, you don't need to investigate this case anymore. Go back and write a self-reflection report, then hold a press conference to apologize to the public. After that, you will be suspended from your duties for a period of time to reflect. I will let you come back after the storm has passed."

Upon hearing this, Lee Seung-hwan raised his head, looking at Choi Byung-sung with disbelief, his voice trembling: "Minister, why? I was doing this for you! I can apologize and admit my mistake, but why suspend me from my post?"

Upon hearing this, Choi Byung-sung looked at him expressionlessly: "If you're told to investigate, then investigate; if you're told to cover it up, then cover it up. That's what prosecutors should do. Do I have to say it a second time?"

After hearing this, Li Chenghuan seemed to have all his strength drained away. With a lost and bitter expression, he whispered, "Yes, I understand..."

After saying that, he lowered his head and staggered away from the minister's office in a disheveled manner.

Watching his former "capable subordinate" leave, a hint of regret flashed in Choi Byung-sung's eyes: "Don't blame me, I didn't want it to be like this either, but Chairman Wu and the others are too domineering."

I don't know.

Choi Byung-sung could never have imagined that Lee Seung-hwan, who had looked completely lost, would instantly regain his composure after leaving his office.

But there was a chilling coldness in his eyes...

Wishing all my brothers a happy and prosperous New Year, with everything going smoothly, a peaceful and happy life, and most importantly, academic success, promotions, and raises! Finally, I'd like to ask for some small gifts; if any of you have free ones, please send them to me! Thank you!