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Japan releases playwright Jeremy O Harris three weeks after arrest for alleged drug smuggling

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Agence France-PresseDecember 10, 2025 at 05:01 AM
Japan releases playwright Jeremy O Harris three weeks after arrest for alleged drug smuggling
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American playwright and actor Jeremy O Harris was released in Japan on December 8th after being detained for three weeks on suspicion of drug smuggling. Harris was arrested at Naha airport on November 16th after customs officials allegedly found 0.78 grams of a substance containing MDMA in his carry-on bag. He had arrived in Okinawa from Taiwan, following a flight from Britain, reportedly for tourism. While the case has been sent to the Naha District Public Prosecutors Office, it remains unclear if Harris has been formally charged. A representative for Harris stated he was released without charges and will remain in Japan for a writing project.

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Taiwan 50% Okinawa ×260% Japan ×370% Jeremy O Harris ×480%

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Japan

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