KRA police officer on Jeju Island, South Korea, has been investigated for allegedly falsifying records in 298 missing person cases, including two instances where individuals were later found dead. During a review of these cases, authorities discovered 25 additional cases potentially involving false closures or inaccurate records. All 25 individuals in those cases were confirmed to be safe. The officer, whose surname is Bu, reportedly cited a heavy workload as justification for his actions, claiming he felt overwhelmed by the responsibility of maintaining open cases. According to police, Bu closed approximately 11% of all missing person reports filed in Jeju during a 16-month period, which was significantly higher than the average for a single officer. The investigation revealed that Bu's actions were attributed to fatigue and negligence rather than personal motives. The Jeju District Prosecutors' Office has established a special team to handle the case.
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