6 Yrs Sought for Ex-Massage Shop Chief over Thai Girl Sex Work Case
Japanese prosecutors are seeking a six-year prison sentence for a former massage parlor operator accused of exploiting a 12-year-old Thai girl for sex work. The defense maintains the defendant's innocence, with a final ruling expected in September.
Why it matters
The case underscores the ongoing global struggle against child sexual exploitation and the legal challenges in prosecuting human trafficking.
Tokyo, Aug. 7 (Jiji Press)--Japanese prosecutors have sought a six-year prison sentence and a fine of 2 million yen for a former operator of a Tokyo massage parlor accused of having a Thai girl, then 12, provide sexual services.
The defense claimed the innocence of Masayuki Hosono, 52. Tokyo District Court is set to hand down a ruling on Sept. 15.
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