"Gambling Is Not Allowed" ... Changwon Mayor Hong Nampyo Joins 'Youth Gambling Eradication Relay Challenge'

by Song Jonggu

Published 12 Aug.2024 13:01(KST)

Updated 03 Aug.2025 11:05(KST)

Participating as a Candidate After Being Nominated by the Suwon Mayor

Nam-pyo Hong, Mayor of Changwon Special City in Gyeongnam, participated in the 'Relay Challenge to Eradicate Youth Gambling' on the 12th, raising awareness about the dangers of illegal cyber gambling targeting young people.

Hong Nampyo, Changwon Special Mayor, Joins the 'Youth Gambling Eradication Relay Challenge'

According to Changwon Special City, Mayor Hong took a certification photo in his office holding a placard that read, 'Illegal cyber gambling targeting youth is a scam crime that you can never win.'

This challenge, initiated by the Seoul Metropolitan Police Agency in March, aims to raise awareness of the risks of cyber gambling and prevent damage as youth gambling has recently become a significant issue. After taking a photo with the placard, participants upload it to social networking services (SNS) and nominate three people to continue the relay.

Mayor Hong nominated Dong-han Yuk, Mayor of Chuncheon, Jae-ho Choi, Chairman of the Changwon Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and Young-ho Kim, Chief of Jinhae Police Station, as the next participants.

Mayor Hong stated, "Young people must recognize that cyber gambling is a scam crime that you can never win," and added, "Since youth cyber gambling is highly addictive, Changwon City will actively work to create a safe environment for the healthy growth of our youth."