Expansion of security cameras behind drop in Japan crime figures

TOKYO --- The number of criminal cases confirmed by police in the first half of this year marked the 17th consecutive year of decline, thanks largely to the widespread installation of security cameras around Japan, according to National Police Agency data. Security cameras, especially in urban areas, have become a major tool for investigations and are a deterrent to street crime, because they are a constant reminder that crime doesn't pay. Improved security devices on the market now for cars and motorcycles have also contributed to a decrease in theft cases. Analyzing video footage taken by security cameras and drive recorders led to identifying suspects in 9,211 cases in the f...

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