Dongdaemun-gu Collaborates with Related Agencies to Address Indiscriminate Crimes

Police Station, Fire Station, Education Support Office, University and TF Formed; 1st Meeting Held on 29th... Exploring Cooperation Measures to Prevent Indiscriminate Crimes for Creating a Safe Local Community

Dongdaemun Police Station, Dongdaemun Fire Station, Dongbu Office of Education, Kyung Hee University, University of Seoul, Hankuk University of Foreign Studies, Samyook Health University, and private experts in mental illness management have formed a task force (TF) and held the first meeting on the 29th.

Earlier, the district attended the 'Mayors' Meeting of Seoul Metropolitan and Autonomous Districts for Response to Indiscriminate Crimes' held at Seoul City Hall on the 23rd to discuss response measures. On the 17th, as part of the response to indiscriminate crimes, the district signed a business agreement with LG Uplus and installed the U+ Smart Radar in public restrooms, becoming the first local government nationwide to do so.

Currently, the district operates safety projects such as the Safe Return Scout, which supports safe returns home for crime-vulnerable groups, and designated Safe Keeper Houses at 39 convenience stores in the area. The district plans to expand publicity for these initiatives and strengthen cooperation with the police to ensure the safety of residents.

To alleviate residents' anxiety, patrols by autonomous crime prevention squads will be intensified in parks and residential alleys, additional security CCTVs will be installed, and efforts will be made to eliminate blind spots in crime prevention. A comprehensive survey of crime-vulnerable areas using big data will be conducted, with additional CCTV installations based on vulnerability levels. CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) will be introduced and expanded not only in secluded alleys but also on walking trails, creating an environment where all residents can live safely.

Furthermore, mental health screening functions for residents will be strengthened, and anonymous drug testing will be conducted to prevent potential indiscriminate crimes and promote residents' health. In particular, during this meeting, measures to actively identify isolated households through inter-agency information sharing and cooperation were discussed to prevent social deviance caused by loneliness and isolation.

Lee Pil-hyung, Mayor of Dongdaemun District, stated, “Having witnessed the recent continuous incidents, I believe that cooperation among related agencies is more important than ever for local public safety,” and added, “We will do our best to create a safe Dongdaemun District by preparing more detailed and effective countermeasures to protect residents from indiscriminate crimes and respond swiftly.”

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