Hiroki Tsuzuki of Popular Comedy Trio Yonsen Doshin Referred to Prosecutors Over Groping Allegations
It was revealed on the 18th that Hiroki Tsuzuki (29), a member of the popular Japanese comedy trio Yonsen Doshin, has been referred to prosecutors by the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department on suspicion of violating the Tokyo Nuisance Prevention Ordinance. According to investigative sources, Tsuzuki is suspected of touching the lower body of a woman in her 20s over her skirt at an event venue in Tokyo in late June of this year. During interrogation, he reportedly stated, "I had been drinking alcohol at the time," and has largely admitted to the allegations. The report of misconduct by a member of the trio, widely regarded as a representative of Japan's comedy "Generation 7," has caused a significant stir across social media. Netizens expressed shock and disappointment, posting comments such as "I can't believe this" and "I loved their radio shows and sketches, this is devastating," alongside sharp criticism stating that "being drunk...