On April 14, Sato Yoshitaka, 43, the head of the cybercrime investigation unit established at the National Police Agency (NPA) on April 1, spoke to the Yomiuri Shimbun and other media outlets. He said, “Through cooperation with foreign investigative organizations we will ensure security in cyberspace by responding to cases suspected of involving nations and organized crime groups.”

He also said, “We will closely communicate with prefectural police departments.” (Abridged)