| Title |
A Study on Crime Characteristics and CPTED Application of Neighborhood Walking Trails |
| Authors |
오하늘(Oh, Ha-Neul) ; 강석진(Kang, Seok-jin) |
| DOI |
https://doi.org/10.5659/JAIK.2025.41.5.103 |
| Keywords |
Hiking trails; Crime Script Analysis; CPTED; Workshop |
| Abstract |
This study aims to propose tailored crime prevention strategies for hiking trails from a CPTED perspective by identifying key vulnerabilities
through crime script analysis, field surveys, resident and CPO surveys, and workshops. The crime script analysis revealed that offenders
exploited environmental and situational weaknesses, such as the absence of CCTV, concealment due to dense tree coverage, and low
pedestrian traffic during certain hours. Field surveys further identified blind spots created by vegetation, poorly positioned CCTV cameras, and
low visibility of informational signage. Survey results pointed to a mismatch between patrol schedules and actual hiking road usage times, as
well as low public awareness of crime prevention facilities. Workshops with CPOs generated practical recommendations, including flexible
patrol schedules, improved visibility and design of emergency devices, tree maintenance, and public guidance for safe usage behavior. This
findings suggest that crime prevention strategies for hiking trails should go beyond conventional measures like installing CCTV or increasing
patrols, and instead address the unique spatial and behavioral characteristics unique of these environments. Future research should focus on
developing clear design standards for visibility and revising legal frameworks to better reflect the specific conditions of hiking trails. |