Regarding the case of Jang Mi-ran, who was found dead in Jeju 104 days after being reported missing, an analysis has emerged stating that "it is difficult to conclusively determine suicide from a practical standpoint."
Pyo Chang-won, head of the Pyo Chang-won Crime Science Research Institute, said in an interview on CBS Radio's News Show today, "From a practical field perspective, there are no signs of a physical struggle with anyone, no evidence of a third party entering or leaving, and no signs of the body being disturbed, moved, or abandoned," adding, "Based on the physical examination of the body at the scene, it is presumed to be a death by hanging."
He continued, "While there is a high likelihood that it will be judged as the result of an intentional act by herself," he also noted that people should not jump to conclusions easily.
[Pyo Chang-won / Head, Pyo Chang-won Crime Science Research Institute: We cannot conclude that yet. There are other factors that could fabricate such conditions, so we are still in a cautious situation.]
At the same time, he emphasized that even if the body has undergone significant decomposition, the exact cause of death must be determined through a thorough autopsy.
Pyo also strongly criticized the police for their lax response.
He pointed out, "Considering her clothing at the time of disappearance, belongings, and CCTV footage, the possibility of travel on foot should have been prioritized," and added, "If the police had continued the search without falsely claiming they had made contact initially, early discovery would have been fully possible, even if her survival could not be known."
Regarding the police officer who falsely closed the case, he remarked, "It is like leaving a cat in charge of the fish, and a clear criminal act abusing the police's position, authority, and system," and urged, "We should not assume that others besides the two individuals currently exposed are doing the same, but a full inspection must definitely be conducted until the life, death, and location are confirmed."
Reported by Kim Jiuk | Video by Choi Kang-san | Design by Sumin | Produced by SBS Digital News | Footage source: CBS News Show
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