Key Facts
• July 20, 2025: A 43-year-old Chinese national re-arrested in Aichi, Japan.
• Accused of using stolen credit card info to buy a chainsaw worth ¥152,093.
• Incident occurred on May 29, 2024; item delivered June 1, 2024.
• Suspect denies knowledge of fraudulent purchase.
• Used WeChat to communicate with an alleged accomplice.
• Payment for services received via WeChat Pay, earning ¥240,000 in two months.
• Police seized 300 shipping labels from suspect’s home, mostly for Kanto region.
• Suspect previously arrested twice for similar crimes involving stolen credit cards.
Summary
A 43-year-old Chinese national residing in Aichi, Japan, was re-arrested on July 20, 2025, for allegedly using stolen credit card information to purchase a chainsaw worth ¥152,093. The purchase occurred on May 29, 2024, and the item was delivered to his home on June 1, 2024. The suspect, who denies knowledge of the fraudulent activity, reportedly transferred the item to a Kanto-based address and communicated with an accomplice via WeChat. Police discovered 300 shipping labels at his residence, indicating extensive involvement in similar activities. He received payment through WeChat Pay, earning ¥240,000 over two months. This marks his third arrest for crimes involving stolen credit card data.
