A man died after he plunged into the Tsubata River during a chase by police on February 13
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Police are treating the case as the result of foul play or a suicide
Suspect told police, 'I did not intend to kill'
Suspect said, 'I needed money'
Couple was experiencing trouble in their relationship at the time of the fire, police said
No money changed hands between the suspect and the girl, police said
Suspect also engaged in acts deemed obscene with the girl inside the hotel
Woman suffered injuries that will require 1 week to heal, police said
Tokyo police seized nearly 400 marijuana plants in two residences in Gunma Prefecture last year
Commanding officer at the station said, 'It is regrettable that a staff member committed suicide using a pistol'