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相模原 女子高校生殺害 ストーカーなど疑いで元交際相手再逮捕

Source: www3.nhk.or.jp Published Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:34:54 +0900

Why This Matters

The re-arrest of a 19-year-old suspect in Japan for allegedly harassing and threatening his former high school girlfriend highlights the growing concern over stalking and online harassment in the country. This case underscores the need for stricter enforcement of Japan's Stalking Prevention Law, particularly in cases involving young people. The incident also raises questions about the role of social media in facilitating and exacerbating stalking behavior.

6月、相模原市の河川敷で17歳の女子高校生を殺害したとして逮捕され、家庭裁判所に送られた19歳の元交際相手について、警察はスマートフォンのアプリで復縁を迫るメッセージを繰り返し送ったり、「家族全員殺す」などと脅したりしたとして16日、ストーカー規制法違反などの疑いで再逮捕しました。

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