Japan Protests After US Marine Arrested in Okinawa Killing
Japan has protested to the United States over a Marine's arrest. The arrest happened in Okinawa, Japan.
The Washington Post named him as Devin Jacob Ballard. Ballard is 20.
He was arrested over the alleged killing and robbery of Anna Yagi. Anna Yagi was 39.
The alleged crime took place at a hotel in Naha. A spokesman said Ballard denied the allegations.
Reports say Japan asked for US cooperation. Japan also wants steps to prevent a repeat.
US officials said they were cooperating. Okinawa hosts most US Marines based in Japan.
Residents complain about noise, crashes and the conduct of US personnel. Deutsche Welle says incidents involving US troops there are not uncommon.
In 1995 three US servicemen raped a 12-year-old girl. That sparked mass protests.
Key Terms 3
- Okinawa A Japanese island that hosts many US military bases.
- Naha The largest city on Okinawa.
- Deutsche Welle A German news organization.