Man Sent to Prosecutors for Murder; Family Criticizes Police Response

A 20-year-old man has been sent to prosecutors on murder charges for allegedly stabbing his friend to death in Gyeongsan, South Korea. The suspect, identified as A, is accused of fatally stabbing his friend multiple times during a drinking session at his apartment on July 4.

Following the alleged murder, A reportedly left the apartment naked and covered in blood, wandering through nearby convenience stores before returning home. He was later apprehended by friends who had visited the apartment and discovered the deceased victim. A has told police he does not remember the events due to intoxication.

The victim's family has filed a criminal complaint with the police, requesting additional charges of corpse desecration. They have also publicly criticized the police's initial response, citing CCTV footage that allegedly shows officers encountering the blood-covered suspect about an hour after the crime but failing to apprehend him immediately. The family argues this delay was insufficient.

In response, the Gyeongsan Police are scheduled to release A's personal information on their website on July 16, citing public interest and crime prevention. The Gyeongbuk Provincial Police Agency stated the decision was made considering public safety and the right to know.