Police-issued smartwatches did not prevent 27 killings or attempted killings involving relationship-related crime victims between 2022 and October 12, 2026. National Police Agency data cited by Democratic Party lawmaker Yang Bu-nam recorded 17 killings and 10 attempted killings, with overlapping case categories including domestic violence, stalking, dating violence and sexual violence.
The figures underline the continuing danger faced by victims even after protective equipment is provided, while the data does not establish why each incident occurred.