A US Marine has been arrested in connection with the alleged robbery-murder of a woman. The case has sparked outcry in Japan.
The Marine was arrested by Okinawa police and has now been sent to prosecutors.
Further details of the case are available from the source, including the circumstances surrounding the arrest and the allegations against the Marine.
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