Chapter 35

The head of the Public Security Team and the political instructor had gone out, leaving Deputy Team Leader Cheng Renyou at home.

Cheng Renyou, who had dealt with the rectification of the People's West Road night market, was very enthusiastic. He gave a set of keys to the office and file cabinet of the former Public Security Commissioner of Liangzhuang Township and briefly introduced what needed to be done after taking office.

Only remote townships without police stations would appoint a Public Security Commissioner.

In such places, the emperor's reach was limited, offering relative freedom, but the responsibility of managing the security of an entire township was not easy.

One had to handle public reports, respond promptly to emergencies, protect the scene, assist the criminal investigation team in solving various criminal cases within the jurisdiction, and apprehend suspects; actively participate in the investigation and punishment of public security cases, ban "prostitution, gambling, and drugs" and other social ills, and mediate public security disputes.

One had to manage criminals sentenced to probation, deprivation of political rights, suspended sentences, parole, and extramural execution, as well as those under labor re-education. Establish files for supervised criminals, implement specific supervisory measures, and promptly educate and penalize those who violate regulations. If education fails, contact relevant departments to return them to prison. If criminal activities are discovered, report to the bureau for timely action.

One had to conduct investigations in each village, understand the basic information of key individuals, including their aliases, nicknames, physical characteristics, main issues, economic status, social contacts, activity locations, and current behavior, and promptly identify new subjects for supervision, recording them in the key population files.

For key individuals with significant real threats, use both open and covert methods to monitor their activities closely. For key individuals who have moved, contact the local police station to inform them of the basic situation and implement dual supervision.

One had to carry out public security administrative management, manage the security of special industries, internal units, and fire-regulated units within the township, conduct regular public security and fire inspections, and legally perform fire supervision duties to promptly identify and address management loopholes.

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In short, one had to manage everything except household registration, acting as a super-large jurisdictional police officer (community police officer).

After interning at the Sihetown Police Station for more than half a month, he had a clear idea of what needed to be done, but he needed to be modest when reporting for duty.

He was quick to understand and had an excellent memory, which Cheng Renyou admired. He then taught him how to use the pager and walkie-talkie.

"Liangzhuang is about seven to eight miles from Dinghu. In theory, you can call the Dinghu Police Station and then have them call the criminal investigation team. However, communication conditions are complex. If you are in a village or encounter bad weather, it might be affected. Fortunately, every village has a phone, and you have a pager, so you can usually contact someone if needed."

"Chief Cheng, what about the gun? I didn't seem to get any bullets."

"Even if I gave you bullets, they wouldn't work. The gun is rusted, lacks a hammer, and a firing pin." Cheng Renyou picked up the Type 54 pistol and tried to pull the slide several times, but it didn't budge.

Han Bo asked in surprise, "Is this a broken gun?"

"See, it's rusted and pitted, like it was dug out of the ground. It's already scrapped. Carrying a good gun is troublesome; if you lose it, the leaders will be in trouble, and you will be in even more trouble. Carrying this one is better; it can serve as a deterrent in critical moments, and if you lose it, it won't harm society. Just show your identity, and even if you use a fake gun, criminals will believe it. If you don't show your identity, even if you use a real gun, others will think it's fake."

Han Bo was thoroughly convinced. He took the gun and smiled bitterly, "I get a gun on my first day of work. I see why the leaders are so confident; it's just for show."

If you want to live a good life, you shouldn't come to the Public Security Bureau to suffer. This is your own choice.

Cheng Renyou teased, "Special Commissioner Han, I think this gun is pretty good. It has a matte finish, which is trendy. It has a long history and might even be a hero's gun."

"It is pretty good. If I can't find a brick, I can throw this at someone."

Cheng Renyou took the cigarette and consoled him, "Liangzhuang is a bit far, with inconvenient transportation and harsh conditions. Secretary Lu is decisive, and working under him can be stressful. But the security in Liangzhuang is still good. Even if something happens, the leaders won't say much, as you are the only one, and your energy is limited. Besides, you won't stay there forever. Once Liangzhuang and Dinghu merge, you'll be free."

"Chief Cheng, don't try to comfort me. My colleague Xiao Dan from my original unit is from Liangzhuang, so I'm not completely unfamiliar with it. Liangzhuang is one of the few townships in the county without external debt, and the salaries of officials and teachers are mostly paid on time. The burden on farmers is relatively light compared to other townships. Dinghu, on the other hand, is heavily in debt, with over 30 million in external debt at both the town and village levels, and the salaries of officials and teachers have been delayed for more than two years.

Merging Liangzhuang into Dinghu is like making a beautiful girl marry a penniless man. The people of Liangzhuang are not foolish, and the officials and residents won't agree. Even if Secretary Lu, who is known for his strong style, agrees, his subordinates won't. This special commissioner position will be challenging, and if you want to return to the county, you'll have to wait."

He wasn't wrong; merging Liangzhuang into Dinghu faced significant resistance.

According to regulations, rural household registration management was to be transferred to the police in June of last year.

The household registration book should bear the "Public Security Bureau of a certain county, a certain police station" seal. The county's organization office did not agree to set up a police station in Liangzhuang, so the bureau had to let the Dinghu Police Station take over. However, the people of Liangzhuang strongly opposed it, seeing it as a prelude to the merger.

Retired officials petitioned, saying that Liangzhuang residents would have to go to Dinghu to get a household registration book, which was inconvenient and deeply hurt the feelings of over 30,000 Liangzhuang officials and residents. The township government refused to hand over the household registration data, and the transfer work was put on hold, resulting in Liangzhuang being the only place in the county where the household registration book still bore the seal of the township government.

Cheng Renyou looked back at the door, confirming no one was around, and said mysteriously, "Go and work for a few months. When your former leader takes office, ask him for help. A job transfer is just a word from him. You can go directly to the county legal affairs office or the county political and legal committee without much difficulty."

Han Bo thought for a moment and shook his head, "Chief Cheng, I don't plan to trouble my former leader. Political Commissar Yuan is right; I do lack grassroots experience. As a Public Security Commissioner, managing the security of an entire township is a good opportunity for training."

"You have ambition, that's good. Work hard, and if you need help, call me on my pager."

"I'll need your help in the future. I can't today, but let's get together another day with Changxing."

"Go on, go upstairs and meet the bureau leaders who are at home. Whether you have work to report or not, get to know them first. After that, take a leave from Director Ji. You need to prepare for your new role tomorrow."

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PS: One more chapter added. Please collect, recommend, evaluate, and support. Whatever you want, you can have it. O(∩_∩)O

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