Event Brief
Japan sees largest number of child sexual cases in decade
Filed: Feb 26, 2026 at 4:04 AM ET
Summary: In 2025, cases of sexual misconduct against children rose to 4,858.
WHO: Children under 18
WHAT: Increase in child sexual misconduct cases
WHEN: Feb 26, 2026 at 3:15 AM ET
WHERE: Japan
WHY: Surge in online crime
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