On the 27th, the Tokyo Metropolitan Police dismissed a 52-year-old police sergeant from Ayase Station for taking more than 500 images and prints of a deceased woman's body during an autopsy. This inappropriate behavior spanned from around 2009 to 2022, during which he served at multiple stations, including Akabane, Joto, and Fuchu. In addition to the autopsy photos, he also possessed images of injured women, which raises serious ethical and legal concerns regarding the treatment of victims and the responsibilities of law enforcement officers.

The investigation revealed that in September 2025, this sergeant was arrested for attempting to photograph under a woman's skirt at a train station, leading to further scrutiny of his actions. The ensuing investigation uncovered more allegations of voyeurism involving four other women from December 2022 to July 2025. Accusations of child pornography possession came to light with hard drives containing illicit images being discovered at his residence. These findings paint a disturbing picture of a police officer abusing his position to indulge in criminal activities, which not only breaches the trust placed in law enforcement but also has broader implications for public safety and the integrity of police investigations.

This incident follows another recent case where a police officer was dismissed after crashing a stolen vehicle while intoxicated. Evidently, there are growing concerns within the Tokyo Metropolitan Police regarding the conduct and accountability of its officers. These actions harm the credibility of the police force and could lead to increased scrutiny and demands for reform in how police conduct their duties, ensuring that public trust is not further eroded.