Social Measures and Their Impact on Crime Management Effectiveness During the COVID-19 Outbreak

Abstract

The research on social measures in applying and supporting the effectiveness of crime management during the Covid-19 outbreak had two primary objectives: 1) to study the crime situation during the Covid-19 pandemic, and 2) to create appropriate social measures to support the effectiveness of crime management during this period. This research employed a quantitative approach, utilizing questionnaires as the primary research tool with a sample of 540 individuals from the general public across 6 regions in Thailand. Additionally, group discussions were conducted with representatives from relevant agencies, totaling 12 participants. Statistical analyses included percentage, frequency, and standard deviation.

The findings of the research identified cyber-crimes and property crimes as the primary crime problems during the Covid-19 pandemic. Regarding appropriate social measures, the respondents emphasized the importance of parents acting as role models, respecting the law, and actively participating in crime prevention alongside government officials and community leaders.

The analysis of research results led to the identification of a model consisting of five key social measures, termed the "5 S social measures." These measures encompassed self-awareness and control in the family and community, social responsiveness with government and local organizations, social justice, social innovation, and sustainability of social measures during times of crisis.