Idol Triggers Heartbreak With First Appearance After Being Arrested For Public Indecency Outside Alleged Gay Club

The issue is still being viewed as suspicious by netizens.

On October 4, Aぇ! group‘s Richard (Kusama Richard Keita) was arrested for public indecency, after being seen with his lower body exposed in the early hours of the morning.

言葉を使わないからこそ、年齢、性別問わず楽しめるショーになってます!僕も自然と笑顔になってました!是非劇場で、目で耳でこのショーを感じてください! #末澤誠也初めて間近でストンプを体感して、圧
Aぇ! group‘s Richard (Kusama Richard Keita) | @aegroup_official_0515/Instagram

Yet, the timing of the images and arrest sparked major suspicion, with both Japanese and international fans believing the idol was set up.

Idol Arrested For Exposing Lower Body Allegedly Outside Gay Club — Sparks Major Suspicion

On October 5, Richard was released from custody and news outlets captured the moment the idol left the police station. Standing before the press, he offered his apologies and looked extremely remorseful as tears welled up in his eyes.

The photos and videos sparked major heartbreak among fans, with many hating how hurt and upset Richard was, especially amid speculations about whether the idol was set up.

Kusama Richard Keita was released.
He cried, and it was painful to watch/see.
[I] will wait for the day you return.

Richa
14:20 released from police station
It’s painful to s

From now, I really want to protect Richard.

Richard has currently been suspended, and the group will continue with four members.

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