Number of consultations with DV police Last year was the highest ever “Avoid going out and latent”

Last year, the number of DV = domestic violence consultations received by police across the country was about 82,000, the highest number ever.

The National Police Agency has decided to strengthen cooperation with related organizations, saying that the spread of the new coronavirus may increase the time spent at home and increase domestic violence such as between husband and wife.

According to the National Police Agency, the number of DV consultations and reports received by police nationwide in the last year was 82,643, a record high, 436 more than the previous year.

▽ 76% of the victims were women, and by

age group, the majority were in their 30s, 27% of the total, followed by 23% in their 20s.

It has also been pointed out that domestic violence may be latent as the spread of the new coronavirus infection spreads the refrain from going out.

In addition, the number of consultations and reports of stalking damage was 20,189, exceeding 20,000 for eight consecutive years, and the serious situation continues.

Based on the Stoker Control Law, the number of "prohibition orders" for snarling acts reached a record high of 1543.

The National Police Agency has decided to work with related organizations to further strengthen measures, saying that domestic violence and stalking can lead to serious incidents such as murder.