Summary
South Korea is creating a mobile app to help stalking victims track their stalkers' locations in real-time. The app is part of a legal update to improve safety for victims and is set to be integrated with the country's emergency services. Public concern about stalking crimes in South Korea has increased, prompting legal changes and increased reporting.
Key Facts
- South Korea's justice ministry announced a new app that will show real-time locations of stalkers.
- The app is part of a revised electronic monitoring law approved by the government.
- Currently, stalking victims only get text alerts about nearby stalkers, without exact locations.
- The updated system will allow victims to see stalkers on a map via their smartphones.
- Stalkers are tracked with wearable devices that monitor their locations.
- The app will be tied into South Korea's emergency hotline, ready by next year.
- Stalking has been a growing concern, especially with publicized cases of violence against women.
- South Korea introduced an anti-stalking law in 2021, with penalties including jail time and fines.
