Overview
- On January 23, Osaka Prefectural Police announced disciplinary action for 35 personnel, including dismissal or suspension for 12 officers involved in assaults during a July 2025 search.
- Two senior officers, Tokinaga (51) and Yusuke Sakaguchi (33), are on trial for special public servant assault and cruelty, while four others were indicted without arrest and suspended for six months.
- A supervising officer was referred to prosecutors on concealment allegations, suspended for six months, and accused of falsely telling Osaka prosecutors that key footage did not exist.
- Video from the scene captured the assaults, portions were later found deleted, and restored clips were submitted in court as police continue a probe into possible evidence tampering.
- The National Police Agency ordered all forces to reinforce proper evidence collection, designate clear on‑scene command, and protect personnel who report improper practices.