Gene Fusion System: Crime Hunter

"Therefore, they specifically investigated the cafeteria meal prices, and if calculated based on the lowest daily standard, Guo Tao could save at most fifty to a hundred yuan in pocket money each month."

"So you came to this conclusion because of that?" Zhao Donglai was astonished, hardly believing what he heard, and the others looked even more incredulous.

"Lin Jie, Lin Jie, I don't even know what to say to you. We police rely on evidence to handle cases, not our own assumptions. If everyone were like you, we wouldn't have to visit the crime scene. We could just sit in the office and imagine things!"

Zhao Donglai angrily slammed on the table, and the three immediately hung their heads in shame.

"Zhao, actually, we also had doubts at the time, but Wang Tao said he was conducting interviews, so he must know more about the situation than us."

"He is also a veteran in the police force, so we naturally trusted his professional judgment, and thus... agreed. Zhao, are you suddenly asking because there might be a problem with this case?"

"Problem? It's a big problem!"

Zhao Donglai said with displeasure, noticing the three were still confused, and could only helplessly gestured to Luo Fei, saying, "You better explain it to them."

Luo Fei briefly explained the clues he discovered, "From what I've gathered, it's very likely you all have made a mistake in this case."

The three instantly turned pale.

In recent years, to avoid wrongful convictions, the Public Security Bureau's requirements for law enforcement officers have become increasingly stringent.

If what Luo Fei said is true, they might be disciplined or even dismissed.

After all, they are part of his team, and such matters did weigh heavily on Luo Fei's heart.

But now that it happened, the most important thing is to clarify the issue.

"He Xin, I don't understand, if you just didn't believe Guo Tianlai's words, then what about Guo Jing?"

"There is evidence to prove his innocence, and I believe he must have emphasized it repeatedly. Didn't you consider asking Guo Jing's teachers and classmates at school for verification?"

"We did verify, but Guo Jing couldn't provide proof of saving money, so no one could be sure whether he spent it or truly saved it."

"Moreover, at the time, all evidence pointed to him, but he refused to admit it, causing the entire investigation to be stuck."

"So Wang Tao suggested to Lu Jianfei, if we continued to be led by Guo Jing, we might never solve the case, so we should ignore his confession."

"Focus directly on collecting evidence, and as long as we gather enough proof of Guo Jing's crime, we could convict him even without his admission."

"I understand, at the time, we indeed followed this lead in the investigation, but we barely conducted interrogations on Guo Jing, that's why we're unaware of the situation Captain Luo described."

Liao Xingyu quickly explained, while the other two also nodded continuously.

Upon hearing, Zhao Donglai could roughly guess why a seasoned city criminal investigation team made such a rookie mistake.

It's certain that at the time, Lu Jianfei was caught up in Old Wu's case, inevitably neglecting the progress of this case.

Coupled with Wang Tao's deliberate misguidance, mistakes were unavoidable.

Even though the provincial bureau took over Old Wu's case later, allowing them to refocus on this case, the direction was already off, and each step became erroneous.

This Wang Tao really is causing trouble!

Zhao Donglai was infuriated and said to the group, "Alright, all of you go back first, don't spread this matter for now, I'll report it to Director Zheng."

The group retreated in complex moods.

"Leader, what should we do? We won't be fired, right?"

As soon as they returned to the office, Zhang Wei looked at Luo Fei, panic-stricken.

Earlier in Old Wu's case, the three of them followed Luo Fei and earned a second-class merit award.

It's just the city scheduled the award ceremony for the end of this month.

He's been looking forward to receiving the award, not expecting this issue would surface midway.

Luo Fei shook his head, "I can't say for certain, but if what you say is true, then the main issue isn't with you, so don't worry too much."

"I estimate the bureau will certainly form a task force to investigate, just be honest, and I'll ask Captain Zhao to back you."

"At worst, you'll face some penalties, but as long as you're still in the team, you can earn merits to offset them later."

Luo Fei's words deeply moved the three.

"Thank you, Leader!"

"What are you thanking me for? You said it before, we're a team, so now if you have problems, I'll shoulder them with you!"

Luo Fei was quite fond of them. If they're really fired or transferred due to this matter, he'll need to readjust to new members himself.

Rather than that, it's better to protect them.

Zhao Donglai hesitated with his phone for a while, finally deciding to dial Lu Jianfei.

Faced with justice and friendship, he would surely choose justice.

But since Lu Jianfei had taken good care of him before, the only favor he could do was to warn him in advance.

Whether the other side understands or not, Zhao can't control...

The call quickly connected.

"Donglai, what made you think of calling me today?"

Lu Jianfei chuckled heartily over the phone, seemingly in high spirits.

"Captain Lu, I called today to tell you something... there might be a problem with Guo Jing's case."

"Problem? What do you mean, explain clearly."

"It's just with this case..."

Listening, Lu Jianfei's breathing gradually became faster.

With years of solving cases, how could he not recognize something was wrong?

Had he really produced a wrongful conviction?

"Captain Lu, this issue is too significant, I must report truthfully to the higher-ups, hope you understand."

Zhao Donglai apologized and waited for a reply from the other side.

Guessing that perhaps the other side resented him, he was about to hang up the phone but heard Lu Jianfei say, "It's fine, Donglai, report to Director Zheng."

"I don't blame you; I'm grateful you called to inform me in advance."

Lu Jianfei's voice suddenly seemed much older.

After hanging up, Zhao Donglai wasted no time, dialing Zheng Changjun to explain the situation.

Initially, Zheng Changjun naturally didn't believe it, repeatedly confirming several times before acknowledging Zhao Donglai was serious.

Then, he was stunned.

Old Wu's case just earned back some public favor, and now this?

"Donglai, come over immediately for a briefing, bring Luo Fei and everyone!"

"This isn't a joke, you realize if this is true, how much criticism and pressure the Ministry of Public Security will face? Not even considering accountability from above, just public opinion will be unbearable, not to mention if the victim seeks responsibility!"

Saying this, Zheng Changjun suddenly felt gratitude.

Luckily, Guo Jing wasn't executed; if he were dead, exposure could jeopardize his position!

Zhao Donglai moved quickly and brought the group over.

After hearing their explanations.

Zheng Changjun was furious, pointing at He Xin and the others, "You just love causing trouble for me, don't you?"

The three shrank their necks, not daring to breathe.

Luckily, he had no time to scold them now.

"Donglai, take them back; this needs immediate coordination with the bureau... tell everyone not to go home yet, wait for my call!"

"Understood."

Outside, Zhao Donglai sternly told them, "From Director Zheng's tone, we might be asked to review this case overnight."

"We need to prepare in advance. Liao Xingyu, Zhou Fan, contact Guo Jing's homeroom teacher and re-verify the situation. Luo Fei and I will find Guo Tianlai."

"Li Jun, return to the police force and notify everyone to stand by; as for you three..."

Zhao Donglai glanced at He Xin and the others, "It's probably inappropriate for you to be involved in this case again, just go home and wait for notification."

It was effectively suspending them...

Fortunately, with Luo Fei's assurance earlier, although the three felt bad, they weren't in complete disarray.