Man Arrested for Stealing 10 Million Yen Gold Bowl
Tokyo police have apprehended a suspect in connection with the theft of a pure gold bowl valued at approximately 10 million yen ($65,000) from a prominent department store in Tokyo. The incident occurred during a special exhibition and sale event at the Takashimaya department store’s Nihombashi branch in central Tokyo.
The arrested individual, identified as Masaru Horie, 32, confessed to the crime and disclosed that he had sold the stolen bowl to a store in Tokyo that purchases items from customers.
Captured on Security Camera
Surveillance footage captured the perpetrator, described as a man wearing glasses in a grey sweatshirt and black pants, removing the unsecured plastic case covering the display and placing the gold bowl into a grey backpack. The theft was reported by an employee after noticing the missing item, prompting an investigation by authorities.
Escape via Subway
Investigators suspect that the suspect escaped from the scene using the subway system, further complicating the search efforts. The swift response from the authorities and the retrieval of the stolen item underscore the importance of security measures and vigilance during such high-profile events.
Additional Insights:
– The incident highlights the vulnerability of valuable items in public exhibition settings and the need for enhanced security protocols in such environments.
– The resale of stolen goods to secondary markets poses challenges for law enforcement agencies in tracking and recovering stolen property.
