Key Facts
• July 12, 3:27 AM: Man left a letter in the woman’s mailbox.
• Letter read: “Please marry me. I’m waiting for a good response.”
• July 13, 7:45 PM: Man attempted to open her door and rang the intercom.
• Woman confirmed his presence via security camera and called the police.
• Suspect, 75, unemployed, arrested for violating anti-stalking laws.
• Police had warned the man in May 2025 after a similar incident.
• Woman had reported him two years ago; police had him sign a pledge.
• Suspect admitted to the charges, saying, “It’s true.”
• Police confirmed the two were acquainted but withheld further details.
Summary
A 75-year-old unemployed man in Masuda City, Shimane Prefecture, was arrested for stalking a woman in her 30s. On July 12, he left a letter in her mailbox proposing marriage. The next day, he attempted to open her door and rang her intercom. The woman, who had previously reported him to the police two years ago, called authorities after confirming his presence on her security camera. Despite prior warnings and a signed pledge to cease such behavior, the man continued his actions, leading to his arrest on July 15 for violating anti-stalking laws. The suspect admitted to the charges, and police confirmed the two were acquainted but did not disclose further details.
