Police in Gwangju arrest a detective over allegations that he colludes with a senior inspector to conceal and destroy evidence connected to a premeditated murder case involving a high school girl. According to reports, the detective, from the homicide division of Gwangsan Police Station, is accused of working with an inspector identified only by the surname Jang. The alleged motive involves claims that Jang’s son was involved in the murder, and that the collusion occurs while the investigation is still ongoing. Police say the case is transferred to prosecutors for review. The allegations have triggered public anger and intensified scrutiny of Korea’s criminal justice system, particularly calls for institutional changes. The controversy centers on a proposal to overhaul the system by limiting prosecutors’ authority to direct and oversee police investigations. Under the proposal referenced in the reports, police would take full responsibility for criminal investigations, while prosecutors would largely decide whether to indict cases referred to them. The ruling Democratic Party of Korea has submitted an amendment to related criminal procedure legislation, according to the coverage. The reports describe the allegations as an example in the debate over checks and balances between police and prosecutors.