The Suspect
The press wants answers.
So does the top brass.
Federal Police Agency
Press wants a briefing, Sir.
Federal Police Agency
Has Metro said anything?
Metropolitan Police Dept.
What're the Feds doing?
Trying to keep back the press.
Who's defending him?
Nobody yet. My boss is stalling.
Naturally.
I'll handle it.
Tokyo Detention Center
I'm legal counsel for...
Inspector Shinji Muroi.
Kumiko Obara, Tsuda Law Office.
We were asked to represent you.
I'll file for your release.
Thank you.
Police Inspector Muroi is en route...
Tokyo District Attorney's Office Police Inspector Muroi is en route...
Tokyo District Attorney's Office
to the Tokyo District Attorney's office.
To the Tokyo District Attorney's office.
The streets are clogged with reporters!
They're swarming the vehicle!
Muroi's van is slowly making its way inside.
Have you got his file?
Oh, here.
Wait, no... this isn't it.
Where'd it go? Ah, here it is.
I must ask you to repeat yourself.
What was your involvement in the investigation?
It was a case that had been wrapped up two days ago.
Kamimura, wait! Stop!
Suspect on the run!
We're in pursuit!
Head him off!
The crime occurred several days earlier.
An import food salesman, Takao Kuroki was found in an alley late at night.
He had been stabbed to death.
There is a witness.
Fingerprints and other on site evidence...
pointed to a local policeman named Kamimura.
Then, during a 7th round of questioning...
Hey, get back here!
He's in the middle of traffic!
Take caution but don't let him escape.
Kamimura!
Report!
He's dead! The suspect is dead!
The primary murder suspect had been killed in a traffic accident.
Shinjuku North Precinct
The local police were devastated...
Shinjuku North Precinct
that they'd caused the death of one of their own.
That they'd caused the death of one of their own.
The case file was to go to the D.A.'s office...
and the investigation closed.
With a cop as a killer, the press had a field day.
The Metropolitan Police Department acknowledges the grave facts...
behind this regrettable incident involving one of our officers.
We bear full responsibility.
No link was found between Kamimura and the victim...
except for a stolen wallet, leading to the conclusion the motive was money.
But the case didn't stay closed.
"Kinokuniya Bookstore, 7 p.m."
"Isetan Dept. Store, 7:30."
I'm here about Kamimura.
Officer Kamimura.
I'm on my way out.
Was he seeing a woman?
There were rumors. Why?
There were?
We never got that far in questioning.
Would you look into it?
Haven't we done enough to him?
Muroi wasn't ready to let the case go.
This is the victim's apartment.
See this bookmark?
Both victim and suspect had one.
We can't conclude the motive was money. Case reopened!
The decision to reopen the case...
startled the heads of the Federal Police Agency.
A bookmark?
The Deputy Commissioner wants you to reconsider.
Why?
Because he's not fond of the Metro Police Chief.
So what?
Muroi-san, please.
Don't pretend to ignore the politics.
The nation's top police post was due to open soon.
So news that a Tokyo Metro cop had committed murder...
must've thrilled the Fed's Deputy Commissioner.
It could force the resignation of the Metro Police Chief...
the only other man in line for the top job.
Well, Police Chief...
Iooks like one of your men really botched it.
He's your man, too. We all come under your jurisdiction.
Yes, but this is a local scandal.
Someone at Metro must take the fall.
Only a high profile resignation...
could quickly quell the situation.
You're a Fed on loan to Metro. Whose side are you on?
Neither.
It figures.
I just run investigations.
That's my job.
Metro Police initially welcomed Inspector Muroi's decision.
When your Fed bosses sent you to us, Muroi...
You became part of the Metro family.
You don't have to listen to them.
What do you have?
We paid a visit to Kamimura's mother.
She lives in Okinawa.
But she's missing. The local police are conducting a search.
Is that all?
Easy.
Why have you reopened the case?
Because it's our job!
This investigation is closed!
A murderer is at large!
I beg to differ.
It was Kamimura.
Your boss must resign.
Stay out of this.
Muroi was growing weary of the bureaucratic squabbling.
Is it over?
It doesn't pay to ruffle the top brass.
Our investigation's not done.
So we continue?
This is our investigation.
Get those suits out of here.
Let go of me!
I'll have your head!
Who do you think you're dealing with?
Unhand me!
I said, "unhand me!"
It's the D. A!
Inspector Muroi?
You're under arrest for authorizing the use of police brutality.
Come.
Muroi didn't yet know the real reason for his arrest.
Subjected to hours of non-stop interrogation...
my son fled into the street where he was killed by a car.
Guilty or not, his death was completely unnecessary.
I hold the police responsible.
Kamimura's mother filed a criminal suit against the police.
The police used excessive intimidation and coercion against the victim...
under the direction of Inspector Muroi.
The record is clear on this.
We intend to seek damages for police brutality.
Any questions?
Any personal comments, ma'am?
What was your son like?
A word to the police?
In charge of prosecution was a cocky young lawyer named Haijima.
That's when I was assigned to defend Inspector Muroi.
Sir? I can't do this alone.
Here's your chance to see "organized law" at work.
It'll be good experience.
I hate the police.
You'll do fine.
My story's the same.
You followed proper procedure?
Correct.
The suspect was held for questioning seven times...
for 32 hours leading up to his death.
Was he given any sleep?
Then there are actions taken right before the accident.
The suspect was "roughly treated and manhandled."
Force is often necessary when apprehending a fleeing suspect.
So you tolerated this behavior?
In the field...
anything can happen.
Well, this last claim may cause you some trouble.
Failure to observe proper arrest procedure.
No arrest warrant?
He volunteered for questioning.
He was arrested for obstruction.
But this was a murder case.
If he volunteered for questioning...
the grounds for an obstruction arrest seem a bit shaky.
And possibly illegal.
A prime murder suspect was trying to flee.
Let me be very clear.
Due process comes first, no matter the circumstances.
We had to act.
Inspector Muroi is one of yours, is he not?
That makes this a federal matter.
Now it's your turn to make a public apology.
Inspector Muroi is a federal agent, right?
What action will you take?
An external investigation?
Will the Deputy Commissioner resign?
Things are looking up again.
Thanks to Muroi.
I smell a resignation.
Who's prosecuting again?
A good friend... if he wins.
I asked for you on this case.
Because of your previous work defending Detective Aoshima.
Obara can handle it.
She's too inexperienced.
But gutsy.
Why won't you do it?
He knows the reason why.
Plus, we don't stand a chance against Haijima.
Are you Mrs. Kamimura?
I'm Obara, an attorney.
With Haijima-san?
No...
I mean, yes. He sends his best.
I can understand how angry you must be.
My sympathies.
You are angry...
aren't you?
Am I doing the right thing?
What?
My condolences, ma'am.
You must be torn up inside.
No way!
How's Inspector Muroi?
Any remorse on his part?
Let me through!
Will he be dismissed?
It's a zoo out there. I had mikes in my face.
I received permission to bring you a box lunch.
I'll pay you later.
No, no, it's my treat. I insist.
Not because I like you or anything but out of sympathy.
That didn't sound right.
Haijima's people orchestrated this suit against you.
He graduated top of his class at law school.
But he's obsessed with power...
and manipulating the law.
I've read the complaint.
While it cites examples of police brutality during questioning...
there is no mention of any such behavior leading up to the arrest.
Not bad, huh?
Pardon me.
In terms of your complicity...
the argument will center on whether or not you knowingly...
allowed the brutality to occur.
That's all I've got. Sorry.
Ms. Obara?
Yes?
Don't apologize.
Sorry.
You met the prosecution.
Word travels.
Why destroy Muroi?
I seek accountability. That's all.
A day ago, Metro supported him.
Why have you turned on him?
My loyalty is with my boss.
You should think about your career, too.
I am.
Let's discuss your past record.
You ran the "Daiba Serial Murder" investigation...
from the Bayside Precinct.
You ordered police to act on their own judgment...
saying, "I trust you."
Yes, I did.
I don't understand.
You told them to do as they pleased.
I bet that's some kind of macho police code...
for "just fire away."
You can't see the suspect.
If you say, "sic 'em," that's what they'll do...
by whatever means.
Haijima-san!
You don't know the street.
But I know the facts.
You killed Officer Kamimura.
Temper, temper.
You have visitors. Keep it brief.
Chief... say something.
- You look well. - No, he doesn't.
Yes, you're right.
What would be appropriate here?
Everyone at Bayside is worried.
We're all on your side. Keep your chin up.
That's good.
Wait... you didn't leave me anything to say.
Forgetting something, Chief?
Oh, yes.
I know this isn't a good time but...
Mashita and Yukino are getting married next month.
And they want you to come to the wedding.
Poor Yukino... talk about marrying "a loser."
Show some tact.
What're you doing?
Idiots.
Excuse me.
Visiting hours are almost up.
We got word from Okinawa police.
Six months ago, Kamimura took paid leave and went home.
There, in Okinawa, he befriended a Tokyo man.
A man named Kuroki.
The murder victim?
He had brought a woman.
The three continued to see each other upon their return to Tokyo.
Her name's Kyoko Sakurai.
We're monitoring her now.
Please do all you can...
to help the Inspector.
If you'll excuse us.
Waku-san sends his best.
And Aoshima?
"What's our Inspector done now?"
This is highly irregular.
Mr. Attorney General... we need your help.
Is it about Inspector Muroi?
Excuse me but...
Not now!
Sir?
I've got to release Inspector Muroi.
What?
Been pulling some strings, Ms. Obara?
"Shinji Muroi"
I protest!
Why'd you release Muroi?
He could tamper with evidence.
I've heard how you Tokyo U. Grads stick together.
But Muroi went to a regional University.
What? You sure?
Chief of Staff Shinjo is doing damage control.
That's supposed to satisfy me?
Metro still wants my head.
I'll close down the investigation.
They're here.
Ah, Haijima-san...
can we not find a peaceful resolution to all of this?
Go easy on me, please.
Gee, I don't know.
They asked you to drop the suit?
Pleaded is more like it.
Forget it.
The Feds started this fight.
Now they're paying for it.
We'll give you whatever you need.
Imbeciles... all of them.
You're a free man, Inspector.
Thank you.
Don't thank me.
I'll need your badge. You've been suspended.
Ordinarily, it would be a dismissal.
Let me out.
- We'll take you home. - Here's fine.
Pull over.
Inspector?
Here you are.
Come here often?
Yup.
Let's eat.
Want a beer?
I bet you're dying for one.
I saw it in a movie once... that first sip after the slammer.
That's quite an appetite.
I used to run track.
Why do you suppose you're being targeted?
You've got an impeccable record.
A grudge by Haijima?
Don't think so.
I reopened the Kamimura case.
When it should've stayed closed.
I heard how the Feds pressured you to close it.
But having you arrested would soil their reputation.
So it can't be them.
You're not telling me everything.
What do you mean?
I'm too green, is that it?
I trust your boss's decision.
Six months.
I've handled a shoplifting case and...
You're my attorney. That's final.
Nothing.
One more thing.
What?
Forget it. It's a personal issue.
So what will you do now?
Try and solve the case.
You're investigating?
It's all I know.
On second thought, I'd better tell you up front.
I hate the police.
With a passion!
Why are you here?
You have no badge, remember?
You knew Muroi would continue investigating.
If he angers the top brass further, he'll be...
Dismissed.
That's why you released him.
He's received several blows to the head.
And maybe a broken rib.
Inspector!
Where's the Inspector?
Well, come on!
Sir!
He's here!
Inspector!
The hospital?
No!
The precinct.
Someone doesn't want you investigating.
You didn't recognize him, huh?
This'll sting.
They took your badge, which means...
I'm still a cop.
Not for long if you keep this up.
I'm aware of that.
Then let's not waste time.
Gather up!
Too close?
Give me an update.
The girl, Sakurai?
She was seeing both men.
Today's women lack scruples.
Just the facts.
I think she had Kuroki killed.
'Cause he wouldn't let go.
And got Kamimura to do it.
What do you think?
I'll investigate her.
Hey!
What?
You ain't dressed for our beat.
I'm not on the take. But I do get discounts.
- She's here a lot? - Every day.
Kamimura wasn't a clean cop.
We suspected he was pushing confiscated dope.
Her looks are deceiving.
Let me talk to her.
You're suspended, remember?
Fine... you talk to her.
I suck at interrogation. Don't have the lingo.
Police!
We are her attorneys.
She comes armed, huh?
Haijima Law Office.
What a coincidence.
Representing Kamimura's mom and his girlfriend.
Let's talk inside.
He's a suspect.
I'm with him.
Right.
I have questions about Kuroki's murder.
You dated him, right?
You're infringing on our client's right to privacy.
You be quiet.
That's defamation.
You were also dating Kamimura.
Leading question.
Shut up.
We'll take that as coercion.
This is voluntary, and our client declines to answer.
Cut the crap!
This is also trespassing.
And you're blocking the door. Forced confinement, perhaps?
We can sue for that.
Come on.