No More 'Jeongin' Cases... Daegu Police Agency Operates Child Abuse Prevention and Eradication Period

"Child Abuse Continues to Increase, Efforts Needed to Break the Cycle of Malice"

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Lee Seryeong] Daegu Police Agency announced on the 19th that it will operate the "Child Abuse Prevention and Eradication Promotion Period" until the 29th of this month in observance of "Child Abuse Prevention Day."

This is to raise social awareness about child abuse prevention and improve the perception of child protection.

Looking at the recent 112 reports of child abuse, the numbers have been gradually increasing: 475 cases in 2018, 580 cases in 2019, 694 cases in 2020, and 1,091 cases up to October 2021.

During the campaign period, Daegu police plan to conduct public awareness activities both online and offline to encourage reporting and improve perceptions regarding corporal punishment.

In cooperation with local governments and child protection agencies, thorough inspections will be conducted focusing on children at high risk of abuse, such as those with a history of child abuse investigations or repeated reports.

On the 26th, a "Child Abuse Prevention Police Officer Workshop" will be held to enhance understanding of duties and improve on-site response capabilities.

Following last year's so-called "Jeong In case," known as the "Yangcheon child abuse death case," Daegu police have further systematized their child abuse prevention activities and on-site response manuals.

Police officers and dedicated child abuse officials will jointly respond on-site, prioritizing a detailed assessment of the child's protection needs.

In May, a meeting among related agencies was held with local governments, education offices, and child protection agencies, and regular joint inspections are conducted targeting children at high risk of abuse.

All child abuse reports are supervised and directed by the police chief from initial response to case closure, with direct confirmation of post-protection measures.

At the beginning of this year, the newly established "Child Abuse Investigation Team" at the city police agency takes charge of investigating abuse cases involving children under 10 years old, and "Women and Youth Violent Crime Teams" have been set up in all police stations to handle abuse cases involving children aged 10 to 18.

Chief Kim Jin-pyo stated, "We will actively respond to child abuse reports to maximize the safety of children and take the lead in protecting young lives."

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