The presiding judge, Hisashi Kato, delivered a nuanced ruling that is now studied in law schools:
Tokyo’s Metropolitan Police announced yesterday that the long‑awaited trial of a large‑scale chikan (sexual‑harassment) syndicate will commence at the Tokyo District Court. The case hinges on evidence gathered by an undercover operative known only as “Rina,” whose police code name is . According to prosecutors, Rina’s covert work over an 18‑month period was instrumental in identifying more than 30 perpetrators who repeatedly targeted women on commuter trains and subways throughout the Greater Tokyo Area. chikan undercover agent rina v007 trial met
Can a civilian agent ethically induce a crime that may not have otherwise occurred? The court said no, drawing a clear line between observation and entrapment . The presiding judge, Hisashi Kato, delivered a nuanced
"Three women in the last six months," Rina said, her voice steady. "All abducted from the Yamanote Line. All returned with no memory of their captivity. All showing signs of systematic conditioning." She turned to face the superintendent. "I'm the only one who matches their victim profile." Can a civilian agent ethically induce a crime