Published Articles: Behind Closed Doors: The Paradox of Korea’s Hidden and Public Crimes

Behind Closed Doors: The Paradox of Korea’s Hidden and Public Crimes

Summary: "The emphasis on creating a society that looks and feels secure might produce safe public spaces, but it allows hidden crime to fall through the cracks."

How can a young man starve to death held captive by "friends" in the same district where individuals can leave their items unattended with no fear of theft? In this article I explore this paradox between Korea's safe public spaces and the persistence of hidden crimes such as fraud, sexual violence, and corruption.

This article was originally published on August 12, 2021 through NOVAsia.com (link), Yonsei University Graduate School of International Studies' student-run magazine.

Alternative Link: (http://novasiagsis.com/behind-closed-doors-the-paradox-of-koreas-hidden-and-public-crimes/)

A piece by the artist, Soon Easy.