A 14-year-old junior high school student has been arrested for allegedly stealing merchandise from a clothing store in Nagoya’s Osu district and punching a man who tried to stop him, causing serious injuries including facial fractures.

The arrested individual is a 14-year-old male junior high school student with no fixed address. According to police, the student is suspected of robbery and assault for stealing one down vest from a clothing store in Osu 3-chome, Nakaku around 7 p.m. the day before yesterday, and then punching a 33-year-old male store employee from a nearby shop who tried to stop him, causing serious injuries including facial fractures.

The student fled the scene but turned himself in at a Nagoya police station early this morning.

During police questioning, he partially denied the allegations, stating “I didn’t steal anything, but it’s true that I punched someone and ran away.” Additionally, another person believed to be an accomplice has also turned himself in at a different police station, where police are questioning him about the incident.

Nagoya’s Osu district

Nagoya’s Osu district is a historic and bustling commercial area known for its vibrant shopping street, Osu Kannon Temple, and its unique blend of traditional and modern subcultures. The district’s history dates back over 400 years, when the Osu Kannon Temple was relocated here in 1612, establishing it as a significant religious and cultural hub. Today, it remains a popular destination for its eclectic mix of old temples, bargain shops, and anime culture.

Osu 3-chome, Nakaku

Osu 3-chome is a vibrant commercial and entertainment district in Nagoya, Japan, known for its bustling Osu Shopping Street. Historically part of a temple town, the area evolved into a merchant district and is now famous for its blend of traditional shops, modern pop culture, and the nearby Osu Kannon Temple.