Former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe was shot and killed during a speech, and the National Police Agency, which is reviewing its security, is planning to introduce new aerial surveillance using drones for outdoor guarding where many spectators gather. I understand that you are considering it.
We are also considering installing bulletproof glass around the VIPs who are giving speeches, and it will be questioned whether we can establish an effective security system.
It has been one month since the 8th of last month, when former Prime Minister Abe was shot dead while giving a speech in Nara City.
The National Police Agency was proceeding with the verification of security at the time when the attack could not be prevented, and the "protection and security plan" created by the Nara Prefectural Police easily followed the precedent and was not sufficiently examined. Also, even though the police officer's assignment was changed just before the speech, it was not shared at the scene, and a gap was created in the rear guard.
Based on these points, the National Police Agency is considering introducing new aerial surveillance using drones for the protection of VIPs outdoors where many people gather, such as election campaigners. I found out from the interview.
It can be expected to be able to grasp the entire venue from a high position and have a deterrent effect, and in the future, we will proceed with verification for operation such as the danger of falling.
In addition, considering the fact that he was shot at close range in this incident, he is considering installing bulletproof glass around the VIPs to be guarded.
The installation of bulletproof glass is based on the security system of overseas countries such as the United States, but it is heavy and it is necessary to verify how to ensure mobility in places such as election campaigns.
The National Police Agency plans to compile the results of the verification of security on the day of the incident as early as this month, and it will be questioned whether an effective security system can be established while utilizing new materials and equipment.