Key facts
- South Korean police will reexamine 310,000 missing person cases closed in the last three years.
- The decision follows recent controversies.
- Authorities are increasing police powers.
South Korean police have announced they will reexamine 310,000 missing person cases that were closed over the past three years. This decision comes in response to recent controversies that have highlighted potential issues with case handling. Alongside this review, authorities are also increasing the powers granted to the police.