Yu Hua District, Han Village Police Station.
A black SUV drove into the police station's compound.
Three men got out of the car. They were Han Bin, Jiang Yang, and Bao Xing.
Han Village was a village in the city. The situation around it was complicated and chaotic. Han Bin had investigated a case here before.
After getting out of the car, Han Bin saw a familiar face. He had worked with him before and greeted, "Brother Yang."
A man in his thirties was smoking in the yard. He turned around and was stunned for a moment before he recognized Han Bin. "Yo, Brother Han from Yu Hua Branch. What brings you here?"
Han Bin walked over. "I've been transferred to the Municipal Bureau."
Yang Hongyi revealed an envious look. "Oh, I have to congratulate you then."
"Thank you," Han Bin responded with a smile. "Is Deputy Director Xiao here?"
Yang Hongyi stepped on the cigarette butt and gestured for them to enter. "Yes, Deputy Director Xiao is in his office. I'll bring you in."
"Brother Han, you're now in the Municipal Bureau's Criminal Investigation Unit?"
"Yes."
Yang Hongyi asked subconsciously, "What case are you guys here for?"
The informant might have called the police directly, so Yang Hongyi did not know.
The police were disciplined. Zhu Weichao's prison break was a big case. Before the assignment, Han Bin could not reveal anything.
Just as Han Bin was thinking about how to reply, a middle-aged man walked over. He was tall and balding.
Yang Hongyi shouted, "Director Xiao is here."
It was Han Bin's first time meeting Director Xiao. He took the initiative to introduce himself. "Director Xiao, I'm Han Bin from the Municipal Bureau's Criminal Investigation Unit's Second Squadron."
Director Xiao took the initiative to shake hands with Han Bin. "Hello, Team Leader Han. I knew you were coming, so I was going to welcome you. I didn't expect you to be so young. I wouldn't have recognized you if I saw you outside. "
"You're welcome."
"Come, let's talk in my office." After Director Xiao finished speaking, he ordered Yang Hongyi, "Old Yang, pour a few cups of tea for the comrades in the Municipal Bureau."
Han Bin said, "Inspector Xiao, you don't have to trouble yourself."
"It's no trouble at all. We're all family. This place is like home to us," Director Xiao replied with a smile and led the three into the office.
After that, Director Xiao briefly explained the situation.
After receiving the report, Director Xiao changed into plain clothes and personally went to verify the situation. The informant was the owner of a small store, and his description was very convincing. Deputy Director Xiao discussed with the director before reporting the situation to the higher-ups.
After listening, Han Bin asked, "Director Xiao, didn't you set up surveillance?"
Director Xiao said, "Yes, I arranged for two policemen to keep an eye on the area, but they didn't find any traces of the suspect. Because we haven't received instructions from our superiors, we don't dare to make a large-scale visit in case we alert the enemy. "
"Can you confirm the suspect's address?"
Director Xiao hesitated for a moment. "I only know the approximate area."
Han Bin suggested, "Why don't you change into your casual clothes and bring us to meet the informant to understand the situation face-to-face?"
"Okay." Although Director Xiao's rank was high, Han Bin represented the Municipal Bureau. The case still had to be led by Han Bin.
…
Ten minutes later.
A black SUV drove to the police station.
There were a total of five people in the car. Other than Han Bin and the other two, there was also Director Xiao and Yang Hongyi.
At the moment, they weren't sure where the suspect was hiding. Han Bin was also afraid of alerting the enemy, so he didn't dare to bring too many people.
According to Han Bin's speculation, Zhu Weichao might have an accomplice, so they couldn't bring too few people.
Han Bin was no stranger to Han Village, especially when they passed by the Han Village market. He smiled and said, "I remember the last time I came here to investigate a case, a colleague and I were responsible for keeping watch. We bought a roast chicken from the market, and the two of us hid under the wall to eat it. The chicken skin was charred and it smelled really good."
Director Xiao smiled and said, "Leader Han, it's easy for you to eat roast chicken. After the investigation is over, I'll treat you."
Han Bin passed him a cigarette and smiled.
After a few minutes, they arrived at the place where the informant was. It was a convenience store that was eighty to a hundred square meters.
Bao Xing stayed in the car while Han Bin and the other three got out.
There was a freezer in front of the convenience store, and there were rows of shelves inside. It could only fit one person at a time, and two people had to stand sideways. There were all kinds of things on the shelves, and it would be more appropriate to call it a convenience store.
There was a glass counter on the left side of the door, and a woman in her forties was sitting beside it. She was eating melon seeds and watching a television series on the computer screen.
The title of the series was written on the screen, Live-In Son-In-Law.
Director Xiao walked to the counter and asked, "Lady boss, do you still recognize me?"
The lady boss glanced at him and said, "I do. Didn't you come here this morning, Xiao …"
Director Xiao hurriedly interrupted her, "Hey, lady boss, it's enough that you know who I am. There's no need to say it out loud."
The lady boss smiled and looked around. "What's there to be afraid of? There's not a single customer in my store, so no one can hear you."
Han Bin said, "Lady boss, let's go to the car and talk. It's quieter there. There are people watching here, so we won't lose anything. "
The lady boss put the melon seeds in her hand on the counter and clapped her plump hands. "Let's go."
Yang Hongyi stayed behind to look after the store while Jiang Yang squatted near the convenience store and smoked. Han Bin and Director Xiao followed him into the car.
Han Bin asked, "Lady boss, how should I address you?"
"Ma Dehua."
"I'm Han Bin from the city's criminal investigation team. I want to verify the situation with you."
Ma Dehua said, "Coincidentally, I also want to ask you something."
"Go ahead."
Ma Dehua smiled and glanced at Director Xiao, who was beside her, before saying, "Was the warrant issued by your city's criminal investigation team?"
"Yes."
"Then, was the money for the report paid by the city's criminal investigation team?"
Han Bin smiled. This was a very practical question. "Don't worry, as long as the clues you provide lead to Zhu Weichao's arrest, the reward will definitely be sent to you."
Ma Dehua grinned and said to herself, "That's right. How could such a big public security bureau lack money from me?"
Director Xiao reminded her, "Madam Ma, if there's anything, quickly tell Officer Han. If the suspect really escapes, even if the city's bureau issues a reward, it won't land on your head."
"Yes, yes, ask away. I'll tell you everything."
Han Bin organized his words. "Are you sure that person is Zhu Weichao?"
"How should I put it? I've only seen him once, and it was a side profile. I can't guarantee anything, but I think it's him."
"When did you see Zhu Weichao?"
Ma Dehua said, "Last night, when I was about to close the store, he came to the store to buy something."
"What was he wearing?"
Ma Dehua recalled and said, "He was wearing a black T-shirt. I can't remember what he was wearing underneath, but he was also wearing a mask and a hat."
Han Bin asked, "He's wearing a mask. How can you recognize him?"
Ma Dehua explained, "Yesterday, he came to my shop to buy cigarettes. The moment he stepped out of the door, he couldn't wait to tear open the packaging to smoke. Of course, he has to take off his mask to smoke. I glanced at him and saw a scar on the right side of his face."
"At the time, I didn't think much about it. This morning, there were people playing cards in front of the hardware store, so I went to take a look. They said that Zhu Weichao was wanted by the police and that he had a scar on the right side of his face. That's why I'm concerned. "
"Later, I asked around. This Zhu Weichao looks like the man I saw yesterday, so I called the police."
"Last night, what time did he come to buy things?"
"I think it's around nine o 'clock. He's so sneaky. He doesn't look like a good person."
"Do you know where he went?"
"After he left my shop, he went west. At that time, I didn't think too much about it, so I didn't pay much attention to it."
Han Bin looked to the west. It was a narrow road with shops at the intersection. Further in was a self-built house.
"Sister Ma, you're more familiar with the surrounding area. Where do you think Zhu Weichao might live?" Han Bin asked.
"If he goes west, there are quite a few houses. I don't know about that."
Han Bin hesitated for a moment. "Since he came to your shop to buy things, he definitely won't live too far away. He probably lives alone. Otherwise, he wouldn't have personally come out to buy cigarettes. "
Ma Dehua answered, "If you're talking about rentals, there are quite a few houses for rent nearby. Those small high-rise houses have too many houses for them to live in, so they basically rent out."
Han Bin continued to analyze, "The house that Zhu Weichao lives in might be a bit more isolated. He wouldn't have too much contact with other people. It's very likely that it's a private house."
Ma Dehua said, "There aren't many private houses that are rented out."
Director Xiao said, "Then think about it carefully."
Ma Dehua slapped her forehead and thought for a moment. "Oh yeah, Old Sun's children have already bought a house. The old couple are getting old, so they live with their children. This house is empty and waiting to be demolished. There was a period of time when it was rented out, but there's no news about it anymore. I'm not sure if it's rented out or not. "
"Do you have Old Sun's phone number?"
"I don't have Old Sun's number, but I have his son's number. When he wanted to rent out, he came to my shop. He knew that there were a lot of people in my shop, so he asked me to ask if anyone wanted to rent a house. I only have his number, "Ma Dehua said.
"What's the number?"
“158700XXXX”
Han Bin took out his phone and dialed the number.
A moment later, a man's voice came from the phone, "Hello, who is this?"
Han Bin asked, "Hello, I'm here to rent a house. I heard that you have a house for rent in Han Village. Can I take a look?"
Han Bin wasn't sure if the person was related to Zhu Weichao, so he didn't reveal his identity.
"I can't take a look now. You can rent someone else's house," the man said perfunctorily.
"I'm working here in Han Village. I don't want to rent somewhere else. If the house is suitable, I can pay annually."
"You're late. My house has already been rented out," the man said.
"When did you rent it out?"
"It's been more than two months. There are a lot of people renting houses there. You can take a look at other houses," the man said and hung up.
Han Bin looked at Ma Dehua. "Is that Old Sun's son's voice?"
Ma Dehua nodded. "Yes, yes. It's him. He has a big tongue. That's right."
"Madam Ma, please bring us to Old Sun's house."
Ma Dehua frowned. "Then what about my shop's business?"
Han Bin smiled and asked, "How much can your shop earn in a day? How much is Zhu Weichao's bounty? "
Ma Dehua was instantly motivated. She shouted, "Go, go, go. I'll bring you there now!"
Sure enough, money was the most important thing.
Ma Dehua urged, "Drive to the west and turn right at the intersection in front."
Bao Xing naturally wouldn't listen to her. He glanced at Han Bin who was in the back seat.
Han Bin continued unhurriedly, "I'll see if the shop has any CCTV footage of Zhu Weichao."
Ma Dehua thought for a moment. "It should be. It was installed to prevent theft. However, he was wearing a mask when he was in the shop. He only took it off when he ran to the door. I don't think it captured his face."
Then, Han Bin began to assign tasks. He asked Bao Xing to stay in the shop and compare the CCTV footage to confirm if the suspicious person was Zhu Weichao.
Han Bin brought the others to the Sun family's house to check the identity of the suspect to prevent the suspect from escaping.
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