Hangang Police Unit, New Patrol Boat Launch Ceremony... "Expecting Improved Conditions for Rescue Operations"

The launching ceremony for two new patrol boats of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency will be held at 10 a.m. on the 19th at the Mangwon Center mooring site in Mapo-gu, Seoul.

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About 30 officials, including Seoul Mayor Oh Se-hoon, Seoul City Council Chairman Kim Hyun-ki, and Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency Commissioner Cho Ji-ho, attended the ceremony.

After the launching ceremony commemorating the first operation of the patrol boats, the attendees boarded the boats and participated in a test ride to Mapo Bridge.

The new patrol boats feature a 20% increase in engine power compared to the existing ones, specializing in lifesaving during water accidents. Additionally, the stern space for storing rescue equipment has been expanded by 1.6 times compared to the previous patrol boats, which is expected to greatly improve the rescue operation conditions for the Han River Police Unit members.

The two newly introduced patrol boats will be assigned to the Mangwon and Ichon Centers.

The introduction of the new patrol boats was promoted as part of Seoul City's efforts to improve the aging equipment of the Han River Police Unit. The Han River Police Unit currently owns a total of seven patrol boats, which have exceeded their seven-year durability period, highlighting the need for replacement.

Accordingly, in January, Seoul City announced its plan to replace six out of the seven patrol boats with new models. Since July 2021, the Han River Police Unit has been under the command and supervision of the Seoul Autonomous Police Commission.

The Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency expects that the new patrol boats will greatly help secure the golden time for lifesaving in case of water accidents.

Commissioner Cho Ji-ho of the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency stated, "The role of the Han River Police Unit is important for a safe Han River," and added, "The Seoul police will work with one heart for a safe Seoul."

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