The “Banish Violence Fukuoka Convention” gathered 400 stakeholders in Fukuoka City to address organized crime, signaling a community-wide push to eliminate gang violence. Governor Hattori called for collective action among Fukuoka’s residents to ensure a safe, gang-free environment. The police have reported a decline in gang members to 1,260, a sharp fall from 2007, yet challenges remain with unresolved cases and complex financial crimes. The event ended with a pledge from attendees to not engage with gang activities, aiming for a secure and peaceful Fukuoka. Source: Fukuoka Prefecture / NHK
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