Changwon Coast Guard, Special Crackdown on Crimes Violating Public Livelihoods Ahead of Chuseok Holiday

Changwon Maritime Police Station Exterior View

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Kang Sharon] The Changwon Maritime Police in Gyeongnam announced on the 14th that they will conduct a special crackdown on crimes infringing on people's livelihoods in preparation for the Chuseok holiday from September 14 to 29, for about two weeks.

With the increase in seafood distribution volume ahead of Chuseok, the Maritime Police expect a rise in livelihood-infringing crimes such as theft at fish farms and catches, illegal fishing, and origin violations, so they have organized a dedicated team for a special crackdown.

In the jurisdiction's ports, harbors, and seafood transportation and distribution areas, a special task force composed of investigators, detectives, and foreign affairs personnel will be deployed. In particular, criminal patrol boats will be actively used to strengthen crackdowns in vulnerable waters such as village fishing grounds and around fish farms within the jurisdiction.

The main targets of the special crackdown are ▲ intrusion and theft acts at village fishing grounds, fish farms, and vessels ▲ illegal fishing activities such as violations of fishing zones and use of unauthorized fishing gear ▲ false labeling of seafood origin and manufacturing/distribution of substandard food products.

A Maritime Police official stated, "We will intensify crackdowns on livelihood crimes that cause harm to ordinary citizens during the Chuseok holiday, and for minor livelihood-related crimes, we will also consider various circumstances and carry out guidance and leniency measures concurrently."

Meanwhile, last year, the Changwon Maritime Police conducted a special crackdown before Chuseok, cracking down on a total of 10 cases involving 13 people for illegal fishing, drunk navigation, and other offenses.

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