Spokesperson of the Hong Kong Comprehensive Police Force

Chapter 906: Don’t let the brothers below feel disappointed

The head of the police force's political investigation department directly issued a disciplinary decision, which made Zhang Debiao flash a look of shame in the depths of his eyes.

He himself had no opinion on this result.

It was just a simple warning, just the most basic disciplinary punishment, not even an administrative punishment.

However, Zhang Debiao undoubtedly felt very guilty because his brothers were also punished.

After all, he was the person in charge of the rescue operation some time ago, and the brothers were just following his orders.

"Sir, I am willing to accept any punishment."

With a firm determination in his heart, Zhang Debiao said in a clear voice: "But the other brothers are just following orders."

"All responsibility should be borne by me alone."

As the words came out of his mouth, Zhang Debiao met the gaze of the superior in front of him with clear eyes, and accepted the superior's scrutiny without dodging.

"Sir Yang, A Biao also acted according to my orders."

Immediately afterwards, Situ Jie, who was sitting next to Yang Jinrong, also stood up resolutely.

"Although the methods used by him and his brothers were somewhat extreme and outrageous, the fundamental reason was the pressure I put on them to solve the case."

"The main responsibility actually lies with me, the deputy director."

"I apply for self-criticism and review, and accept any disciplinary decision from above."

As early as a week ago, Situ Jie was ready to take responsibility.

Yesterday in court, he did not hesitate to turn against Huo Zhaotang.

At this critical moment, how could he retreat?

Now that he has decided to support his brothers, he must stick to it to the end.

What's more, he has already received messages from the big guys above because of this.

But now he is acting timid again, and the big guys above him will definitely have some opinions about him.

After all, Yang Jinrong is sitting next to him right now, and the specific circumstances of this internal hearing are likely to be known to the bigwigs above.

Most importantly, Situ Jie clearly understood this responsibility and it would not have any serious impact on him.

Torture and forced confessions in violation of police regulations is something that cannot withstand investigation on the front line of police operations.

If we strictly adhere to this point, many police officers on the front line will not be able to ensure high efficiency in their work.

The real red line that cannot be crossed in this police case lies in the identity of the target of torture.

Ordinary cases, even some criminal cases.

If the suspect's identity background is that of an ordinary citizen with no criminal record, he must be treated strictly in accordance with the police force's case handling regulations.

The reason is very simple, to avoid forced confessions and wrongful convictions.

But if it is a major criminal case such as violent crime or drug crime, involving gangsters who have already committed many evil deeds, or even brutal and ferocious terrorists.

As long as the impact is not too bad, for example, if the case has not been solved yet, the suspect will be killed directly.

Then even if the brothers on the front line of the police force resort to some means, the higher-ups will still turn a blind eye.

Now Ho Wai Lok is safely serving his sentence in Stanley Prison, as is the behavior of Cheung Tak Biao and his brothers.

In the eyes of the senior police officers, it is actually not worth mentioning at all.

However, if you do something wrong, you must accept the punishment and stand at attention when you are punished.

After all, this incident alarmed the Department of Justice and the court, and the top police officers must consider how to quell the negative impact.

By giving a warning as a disciplinary action, the police force can give an explanation while leniently dealing with Zhang Debiao and others.

The future of Zhang Debiao himself, and even his subordinate Qiu Gangao, will not be affected by this.

What's more, what about Situ Jie, the Chief Superintendent of Police, who has a higher police rank?

According to Situ Jie's status and position, as long as he is willing to stand up and take responsibility.

So even if He Weile died during the interrogation process, Situ Jie could actually handle it.

In the final analysis, it all comes down to whether Situ Jie himself has the responsibility. After all, differences in status mean that the responsibilities that can be undertaken are also completely different.

For example, at this moment, Yang Jinrong’s disciplinary action against Zhang Debiao and others.

For inspector-level police officers like Zhang Debiao and Qiu Gangao, this is another kind of eye-catching color on their resume.

A demerit punishment cannot be just a summary, it must indicate the reasons why they were punished.

In this sense, it also reflects the tough attitude of both of them when facing criminals.

As long as the superiors appreciate this, it will not affect their future promotion procedures at all.

However, for non-commissioned police officers such as Mok Yi-tsuen and Chiu Chi-keung, this disciplinary action is obviously very crucial.

Looking at the entire police force, officers starting from the inspector level can be considered police officers.

The officers below the inspector level are just different police officers.

Although the police force is structured in a pyramid shape, the higher the rank, the more intense the competition for promotion.

But in reality, the transition from the rank of non-commissioned officer to the level of inspector is also a very strong shackle.

Many ordinary police officers have served in the police force for decades without breaking through this barrier.

For them, promotion and salary increase within the staff level are the most critical factors.

A single demerit is enough to make them fall behind other police officers in their chances of promotion and salary increase.

It is precisely because of this that Zhang Debiao is willing to take the initiative to shoulder the responsibility this time.

These non-commissioned officers in the serious crime squad are actually insignificant to Chief Superintendent Situ Jie.

However, Zhang Debiao is willing to protect his brothers, and Situ Jie is willing to take care of his future commander of the serious crime squad.

Of course, the main reason is that Situ Jie hopes to build good connections with the people behind Zhang Debiao, and even deepen his impression in the minds of the bigwigs in the upper echelons of Tai Kwun.

Therefore, he stood up without hesitation.

With him, the chief superintendent, leading the way, Zhang Debiao's responsibilities will be reduced by half, and his brothers will be completely creditable and blameless.

To put it bluntly, these non-commissioned police officers are just following orders.

Judging from actions rather than intentions, no matter what Situ Jie thinks, his current performance has undoubtedly been recognized by Yang Jinrong.

However, there are other considerations on how to deal with Zhang Debiao and his brothers.

"Sir, you and Chief Inspector Zhang have a sense of responsibility that is worth learning from."

With a smile on his lips, Yang Jinrong's voice was very gentle.

"However, the police force is a disciplined force. Changing orders from one day to the next is not possible in the police force."

"At the same time, our working group has several other documents."

"The brothers below are doing their duty, and the bosses above will not let the brothers down."

As soon as Yang Jinrong finished speaking, the superintendent of personnel department beside him immediately understood what his superior meant.

"Chief Inspector Zhang Debiao, I am now reading out the order on behalf of the Police Personnel Department!"

Opening the folder in front of him, the police superintendent of the personnel department spoke in a formal and serious voice, yet friendly at the same time.

"Promote Chief Inspector Cheung Tak-bau of Kowloon East to the rank of Gazette Superintendent of the Police Force and take up the post of Commander of the Serious Crime Unit of Kowloon East Region. He will take up the post soon."

"At the same time, Senior Inspector Yau Kong-au of Kowloon East was promoted to Chief Inspector of the Police Force, taking over the post of Commander of the Serious Crime Unit A of Kowloon East."

"The salary grade of all other members of the Kowloon East Regional Crime Unit A has been increased by one level."

"Those whose salaries have reached the top of their current level will be given priority in the next promotion selection process."

After reading the document in his hand, the police inspector from the personnel department slowly stood up and pushed the document in front of Zhang Debiao with a smile.

"As for the orders regarding other personnel, I'll trouble you, Inspector Zhang, to convey them."

Although it is a demerit, it does not affect the promotion and salary increase of Zhang Debiao and his brothers.

If this really causes the brothers on the front line of operations to lose heart, how can the brothers possibly give their all next time this kind of situation occurs?
(End of this chapter)