Gangnam-gu 'Women’s Safety Paths and Restrooms' Development

Selection of Target Sites with Gangnam and Suseo Police Stations, Installation of Solar LED, and 'Pink Guard' on Gangnam Station Restroom Partitions

Women’s Safety Staircase

[Asia Economy Reporter Park Jong-il] Gangnam-gu (District Mayor Jung Soon-gyun) completed the 'Women Safe Streets and Restroom Creation Project' at the end of last month by installing solar-powered LED lights on alleys and staircases known as crime-prone areas, and applying a special fluorescent substance called 'Pink Guard' on the partitions of women's restrooms.

This project was carried out by the district in collaboration with Gangnam and Suseo Police Stations, selecting target sites to prevent repeated violent crimes against women and youth, such as the 'Nth Room case.'

In particular, seven steep and aging staircases located in Nonhyeon, Sinsa, and Daechi-dong were painted with bright murals, equipped with non-slip devices to prevent slipping, and fitted with solar-powered LED lights to illuminate the paths at night.

In two secluded alleys in Samsung and Yeoksam-dong, logo projectors were installed to shine light on the ground, indicating these areas as 'Special Patrol Zones.'

Additionally, 22 women's restrooms near academies, parks, and around Gangnam Station were coated with a special fluorescent substance called 'Pink Guard.' Although invisible to the naked eye, when illuminated with special equipment, it glows pink and leaves traces on clothes or skin for over a year, which can be used not only for crime prevention but also for capturing evidence and apprehending criminals.

Choi Kyung-hee, head of the Women and Family Division, stated, "'Elegant Gangnam' is also 'Gangnam where women are safe and happy 365 days a year,'" adding, "We will continuously inspect and expand safe streets through the Women-Friendly City Resident Participation Group, composed of 28 residents."

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