여성 상대 범죄 잇따르는데…“경찰 대응은 소극적” / KBS 2024.10.01.

Summary

A rise in violent crimes targeting women, especially random and defenseless victims, has sparked concerns in South Korea. Despite the police introducing stronger measures to combat these attacks, criticism remains that they are not doing enough to protect women. Incidents such as an assault in an elevator and another in a restroom highlight the severity of the issue. Experts argue for more decisive government action to prevent further violence against women, urging stronger policies and resources to ensure women's safety.

Takeaways

• 😔 A series of violent crimes against unknown individuals, especially vulnerable women, has been occurring.
• 👮 The police are trying to introduce strong measures to stop indiscriminate assaults, but they are criticized for being passive regarding crimes against women.
• 😨 In July last year, a man in his 20s attempted to sexually assault and violently attack an unknown woman in an elevator due to his frustration with women not having to serve in the military.
• 💔 In another incident, a woman in her 50s was brutally assaulted by a stranger in a public restroom in Busan, leaving her with a fractured skull.
• 📉 According to statistics, 88 women were either killed or almost killed by strangers last year, with the most common reasons being attempted sexual violence, gender-related issues, or impulsive actions.
• 🚨 Following knife-wielding attacks in places like Sillim and Seohyeon stations, the police began categorizing these as 'abnormal motive crimes' and have stepped up their response.
• 📊 Despite gathering statistics, the police have not publicly released data on female victims, citing concerns about it leading to gender-specific issues.
• 🤔 Experts criticize the government's passive stance and urge for stronger action to protect women.
• 👩‍⚖️ There is a call for the state to do everything in its power to prevent even a single woman’s life from being lost to such crimes.
• 💪 Experts stress the need for more proactive measures and greater recognition of the severity of crimes against women.

Q & A

What is the main issue addressed in the script?

The script addresses the increasing number of violent crimes targeting women, particularly those committed by strangers, and the lack of effective measures to prevent such crimes.

What type of crimes are highlighted in the script?

The script highlights violent crimes, including random physical assaults and attempted sexual assaults, primarily targeting women.

What are some specific examples of crimes mentioned?

One example is a 20-year-old man who assaulted and attempted to sexually assault a woman in an elevator because of his resentment towards women not serving in the military. Another example involves a woman in her 50s who was severely assaulted in a public restroom, causing a skull fracture.

What reasons do the perpetrators give for their crimes?

In some cases, perpetrators give reasons such as anger towards women for not serving in the military, expressing general frustration or displeasure, and in others, the attacks were motivated by an attempt to commit sexual assault.

What are 'abnormal motive crimes' as defined in the script?

The term 'abnormal motive crimes' refers to violent acts where the perpetrator's motive is unrelated to the victim or driven by unusual or irrational reasons. For example, crimes like random knife attacks at public places fall under this category.

How has the police responded to these crimes?

The police have introduced stronger measures to address random violent crimes, including those with irrational motives. They have begun collecting related crime statistics, but they have not publicly disclosed details about female victims due to concerns about it becoming a gender-specific issue.

What criticism does the government face regarding its response to crimes against women?

Experts criticize the government's response as passive, arguing that more proactive measures should be taken to prevent violence against women, and that the state should invest all necessary resources to ensure women's safety.

How many women were either killed or nearly killed by strangers in the last year?

According to statistics from the Korean Women's Hotline, 88 women were either killed or nearly killed by men they did not know last year. This amounts to one incident every four days.

Why has the government been hesitant to release information about female victims?

The government explains that they have withheld information about female victims due to concerns that it could turn the issue into a gender conflict.

What do experts suggest the government should do moving forward?

Experts suggest that the government must acknowledge the severity of crimes against women, declare a commitment to protecting women's lives, and invest all available resources, including budget and administrative power, to address the issue.