anonymous and fluid criminal group
Abbreviation of 匿名・流動型犯罪グループ (tokumei ryūdō-gata hanzai gurūpu). Refers to loosely organized, ad hoc criminal groups that form via social media or other means to commit specific crimes and then disband. Used especially in Japanese law enforcement and media contexts.
The police are stepping up crackdowns on anonymous and fluid criminal groups.
Tokuryū groups are often composed of members recruited through social media.
Katakana spelling is standard for this abbreviation; usually written in kana.
Ateji kanji spelling; rarely used in practice.
Abbreviation of 匿名・流動型犯罪グループ (tokumei ryūdō-gata hanzai gurūpu, 'anonymous and fluid criminal group').