TOKYO, Oct 31 (News On Japan) –
A taxi driver has been arrested by Tokyo Metropolitan Police on suspicion of committing a theft by drugging a feminine passenger.
The incident has raised questions in regards to the security of Japan’s taxis, usually thought to be among the many world’s most safe. The teenage sufferer shared her scary expertise.
Victim’s Mother: “I’m relieved she came back alive.”
Victim: “I could have died.”
The remarks come from the teenage sufferer and her mom, recounting the harrowing occasions.
The incident occurred in August this 12 months, inside a taxi in Japan, a rustic identified for its “safe and secure” taxi providers.
Victim: “The driver handed me some pills and water, saying, ‘You’re not looking well; take this.’ I ended up drinking them—one red pill and about three white ones.”
The younger girl boarded a taxi round 8 a.m. on August 20 in Shibuya, Tokyo, feeling unwell. She accepted the motive force’s provide of remedy and fell unconscious shortly after taking the drugs.
Approximately 4 and a half hours later…
Reporter: “The woman was found collapsed here in a parking lot.”
In a parking space in Shibuya’s Maruyama district, a passerby found her mendacity on the bottom, her belongings scattered round, and known as for assist.
Victim: “I was abandoned in a parking lot in Shibuya, vomiting, and heard I was taken to a hospital. (Q: Do you remember anything after that?) No, I woke up in the hospital.”
She remained unconscious till the following morning, solely to seek out her bag had been emptied.
Victim: “Around 30,000 to 40,000 yen in cash was missing. The driver seemed experienced, so I doubt it was his first time. I just hoped he’d be caught soon to prevent this from happening to others.”
Yesterday, Tokyo Metropolitan Police arrested Toshi Tanaka, a 53-year-old taxi driver from Edogawa Ward, on suspicion of theft by drugging. Upon his switch to the police, Tanaka made a peace signal towards the cameras and repeatedly waved his fingers as if to disclaim the allegations.
What type of individual is Tanaka? JNN obtained a replica of his resume, which included the next within the “Motivation” part:
Tanaka: “As taxi drivers, we follow the law and adhere to rules while working. I aspire to establish a proper relationship with customers.”
Tanaka reportedly has round 20 years of expertise as a taxi driver. According to police, the automobile’s sprint digital camera had its SD card eliminated, prone to destroy proof.
Tanaka has denied the allegations throughout questioning. The sufferer’s mom expressed her anger:
Victim’s Mother: “Police told us the drug was so strong she was on the verge of death. It’s unforgivable. He pretended to care and then made her take the pill. I’m just grateful she made it back alive….”
Victim: “Thank you…”
Other comparable circumstances have been reported inside Tokyo, and police are investigating whether or not Tanaka could have extra offenses.
Source: TBS