Lee calls for proactive prevention of violent crimes to build 'supersafe' society
SEOUL, Oct. 23 (Yonhap) -- President Lee Jae Myung on Friday called for proactiv...
President Lee Jae Myung emphasized the need for proactive measures to prevent violent crimes and establish a supersafe society on Friday. This call for action came in the wake of a series of violent incidents, including a stabbing spree at a building in Incheon, a suspected arson in southern Seoul, and the apprehension of a man who had allegedly stabbed his mother-in-law to death and kidnapped his estranged wife.
These events have fueled public safety concerns, prompting the president to advocate for stronger crime prevention strategies. At a pan-government meeting attended by officials from nine government agencies, including ministers from key ministries, Lee stressed the importance of developing a crime prevention system capable of detecting potential threats before they escalate.
He urged authorities to adopt a determined approach in the fight against violent crimes, aiming to create a society where individuals can live without the constant fear of harm.
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