Korea is seeing a rise in crime among older adults, with those aged 60 and older now making up the largest share of criminal suspects — a trend driven by the country’s rapidly aging population. A decade ago, older adults made up just 8.8 percent of suspects — less than half their current share. The population of older people has expanded rapidly, leading to more social interaction — and sometimes friction — between older Koreans and the broader public. Crimes committed by older adults are often tied to basic economic needs. Amid warnings from experts like Kwak, President Lee Jae Myung marked National Senior Citizens’ Day by acknowledging the nation’s debt to older adults and pledging expanded support.