Key Facts
• A Gifu police officer was arrested on August 3 for attempted voyeurism.
• The suspect, Yuichi Nomura, 44, is an assistant manager in the Safety Division.
• Incident occurred at a commercial facility in Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture.
• Nomura allegedly inserted a smartphone-equipped bag under a woman’s skirt.
• A male employee witnessed the act and confronted Nomura, who fled.
• The employee pursued and detained Nomura, leading to his on-the-spot arrest.
• Nomura admitted to the charges during police questioning.
• Gifu Police Chief Inspector Shingo Jitsuki issued a public apology.
• The police pledged a thorough investigation and strict measures.
• The incident has sparked public concern over police misconduct.
Summary
A Gifu Prefecture police officer, Yuichi Nomura, 44, was arrested on August 3 in Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture, for attempting to film under a woman’s skirt using a smartphone concealed in a bag. The incident occurred at a commercial facility, where a male employee witnessed the act and detained Nomura after a brief chase. Nomura, an assistant manager in the Safety Division, admitted to the charges during questioning. Gifu Police Chief Inspector Shingo Jitsuki expressed regret over the incident, apologizing to the victim and the public. Authorities have promised a thorough investigation and appropriate actions to address the misconduct. The case has raised concerns about trust in law enforcement.
