A 38-year-old police sergeant from Mie Prefectural Police’s Tsunami Station has been arrested for breaking into a facility in Nagoya’s Meito Ward with the intent to secretly film women.
The suspect arrested on suspicion of trespassing is Eiakira Kobayashi, a 38-year-old police sergeant from the Criminal Affairs Division of Mie Prefectural Police’s Tsunami Station.
According to police, around 10:50 AM on the 25th, employees at the facility in Nagoya’s Meito Ward discovered the suspect filming a female customer and reported it to the police.
Police officers who arrived at the scene checked the suspect’s belongings and arrested him.
The suspect reportedly admitted to the allegations during questioning, stating “I went there with the intention of filming if I found women I liked.”
Regarding the suspect’s arrest, Mie Prefectural Police stated, “This is utterly unacceptable misconduct for a police officer, and we will take strict action based on the results of Aichi Prefectural Police’s investigation.”
Mie Prefectural Police’s Tsunami Station
The Mie Prefectural Police’s Tsunami Station is a facility in Japan dedicated to tsunami disaster prevention and public safety. It serves as an operational and educational center, utilizing lessons from Japan’s long history with tsunamis, including major events like the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake and Tsunami. The station focuses on monitoring, emergency response coordination, and community preparedness to mitigate future tsunami risks.
Nagoya’s Meito Ward
Meito Ward is a residential area in eastern Nagoya known for its cultural landmarks, particularly the historic Shirotori Garden. This traditional Japanese landscape garden was constructed in the 1980s to commemorate Nagoya’s centennial as a designated city, showcasing classic design elements like ponds, teahouses, and seasonal flora. The ward provides a blend of modern living and preserved natural beauty within the city.
Aichi Prefectural Police Meito Station
The Aichi Prefectural Police Meito Station is a local police station located in the Meito ward of Nagoya, Japan. It serves as a community-focused public safety facility responsible for policing, crime prevention, and emergency response in its district. While specific historical details are limited, it functions as part of the Aichi Prefectural Police force, which has been maintaining public order in the region since the Meiji era’s modern policing system.
Mie Prefectural Police
The Mie Prefectural Police is the law enforcement agency responsible for public safety and criminal investigations within Mie Prefecture, Japan. It was established as part of the modern Japanese police system following the Meiji Restoration in the late 19th century. The force operates numerous police boxes (kōban) and works to maintain order and serve the local community.
Criminal Affairs Division
The Criminal Affairs Division is a specialized law enforcement unit typically found within police departments or government agencies, focused on investigating and managing serious criminal cases. Its history is tied to the professionalization of police work, emerging as departments created specialized branches to handle complex investigations like homicides, organized crime, or major fraud. These divisions represent a structured approach to criminal justice, evolving with advancements in forensic science and investigative techniques.
