New acting chief stresses need to 'redesign' police to regain public trust

South Korea's newly appointed acting police chief announced a strategic initiative on September 2 in Changwon to redesign the national police force. The primary objective of this restructuring is to restore public trust in law enforcement operations.

The initiative signals a shift in leadership priorities, focusing on internal reform to address institutional challenges. By emphasizing a redesign of the force, the acting chief aims to align police practices with public expectations and improve the overall efficacy of the agency.