Suspect told police, 'I was interested in boys'
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Defendant said, 'I am very sorry for causing so much trouble and mental distress to the victims with my selfish actions'
Apartment in Osaka City had two double beds and a sofa
Women lost a total of approximately 280 million yen, police said
Suspect told police, 'I did it to pay for dating sites'
Pair were conducting a foreign currency exchange
Victim's ankles were tied and his mouth taped over
Woman was forced to borrow a total of about 1 million yen after visiting a club in Osaka City
Witness said, 'I went outside my apartment and saw a man on top of her and swinging a knife down'
Police are investigating the possibility that the case may be the result of foul play