Kim Gyun-ho, Gwangju Seo-gu Council Member, Proposes 'Isangdonggi Crime Prevention Ordinance'

Kim Kyun-ho, a member of the Gwangju Metropolitan City Seo-gu Council, announced on the 30th that the 'Ordinance on the Prevention of Crimes with Abnormal Motives and Support for Victims' was passed in the standing committee.

The ordinance includes provisions for the prevention of crimes with abnormal motives (commonly known as random attacks) and support for victims, such as ▲establishing a cooperation system with related organizations ▲formulating implementation plans and conducting surveys ▲setting up a reporting system and maintaining confidentiality obligations ▲and promoting education and publicity projects.

Councilor Kim explained, "As crimes with abnormal motives are gradually increasing, the sense of insecurity in citizens' daily lives is intensifying," adding, "These crimes occur in public spaces targeting unspecified individuals, but the victims tend to be relatively vulnerable groups."

He also stated, "Since negative emotions such as hatred toward society are analyzed as causes of these crimes, it is necessary to consider these characteristics and establish a cooperative system with related organizations such as the Seo Police Station and the Autonomous Crime Prevention Team, as well as develop crime prevention plans and victim support measures."

Councilor Kim said, "Recently, our Seo-gu has also discussed security measures such as special security activities due to the sharp increase in crimes with abnormal motives and the promotion of the CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) project," adding, "The Ministry of the Interior and Safety has also announced a related statement from the Prime Minister and is promoting contests for ‘CPTED regional specialization projects’."

Finally, he emphasized, "Our Seo-gu must also establish a community safety network for citizens' daily lives by considering the spatial and functional characteristics of the region, such as the comprehensive bus terminal, and expanding the installation of CCTV and emergency bells."

Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Shin Dong-ho bless4ya@asiae.co.kr

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