Cash, a mobile telephone and jewelry were missing from the vicitim’s residence
TokyoReporter
Suspect told police that he was receive 2.4 million yen for his role in the smuggling scheme
Man boarded the taxi near JR Maiko Station before telling the driver to head for Awaji Island
A man died after he plunged into the Tsubata River during a chase by police on February 13
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
Satoru Nomura faces a prison term of 3 years and a fine of 80 million yen