Sumiyoshi-kai member solicited orders over the internet, police said
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Inagawa-kai member suspected of participating in drug trafficking ring operated from 3 vehicles
Suspect allegedly beat the head of the victim over a 26-hour period while demanding a payment of ¥10 million
NPA said, 'Members are voluntarily leaving because it is difficult to fund operations'
Yamaguchi-gumi was taken to a hospital in Kohoku Ward where he was confirmed dead after undergoing a surgical procedure
Suspect's contact information had been distributed widely to attract customers, police said
Gang member instructed his girlfriend to use one fake note to purchase krill costing ¥500 from a tackle shop while he stood watch
Suspect allegedly shot an employee and customer of the casino early Monday
Victims were headed to use the cash to make a purchase of gold bars from a precious metals dealer prior to incident
Suspect is believed to be a member of a fraud ring that swindled 85 persons nationwide out of around ¥100 million