Around 7:40 p.m. on the 4th, a female resident of a house in Shinhassamu 7-11, Teine-ku, Sapporo, called 110 saying, “The child is dead. I killed him.” When officers from the Sapporo Teine Police Station arrived, Yusho Uwai (6), a first grader living in the house, was found collapsed and unconscious. He was confirmed dead at the hospital to which he was transported. On the 5th, the station arrested the mother who made the call, Yukine Uwai (46), a self-employed part-time worker, on suspicion of murder. …
Sapporo
Sapporo is the largest city on the northern Japanese island of Hokkaido, known for its modern urban planning, beer, and annual Snow Festival. Originally developed in the mid-19th century as a colonial outpost, it was modeled after a grid-style American city with the help of government advisors. The city gained international fame when it hosted the 1972 Winter Olympics, marking the first time the Games were held in Asia.
Teine-ku
Teine-ku is a ward located in Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan, known for its mix of residential areas and industrial zones. Historically, the area developed significantly after the Meiji era due to coal mining, which fueled its growth, though mining declined in the later 20th century. Today, Teine-ku is recognized for its natural scenery, including Mount Teine, and serves as a suburban hub within the greater Sapporo region.
Sapporo Teine Police Station
The Sapporo Teine Police Station is a local law enforcement facility located in the Teine ward of Sapporo, Hokkaido, Japan. It serves the community by maintaining public safety and order in the area, which includes residential neighborhoods and tourist destinations near the Teine ski resort. Historically, the station has been part of Sapporo’s broader development since the city’s expansion in the 20th century, though specific details about its founding are not widely documented.
