Fukuoka Prefectural Police announced on March 26 that they had arrested and indicted four Vietnamese nationals in connection with a series of thefts targeting vacant homes, concluding the investigation. The suspects allegedly broke into an unoccupied house in Kurume City in September last year and stole cash, among other items. The case began after information was shared by police in another prefecture, leading to identification through security camera footage. Authorities confirmed 185 cases of trespassing and theft linked to the group. The suspects admitted to the charges and reportedly sold stolen jewelry and watches to secondhand dealers and acquaintances, using the proceeds to cover living expenses and repay gambling debts. Source: KBC News / RKB News
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