A murder-for-hire case has struck Japan as an elderly man, aged 75, was reportedly killed for several million yen. The perpetrator is suspected of being hired to commit the crime and dispose of the body. The incident came to light recently, but exact details about the identities of the individuals involved and where this heinous act took place are still under scrutiny.

In Japan's low-crime society, such violent crimes, particularly those involving the elderly, are rare and particularly shocking. The large sum of money involved points to the disturbing penetration of greed and cruelty into even these traditionally respectful and secure demographics. Legal prosecution for such crimes in Japan is heavy and public sentiment strongly supports severe sentencing.

Similarly, in the US or EU, murder-for-hire crimes are regarded as grave felony offenses. These societies likewise exhibit shock and anger towards the violation, particularly when vulnerable groups like the elderly are involved. The legal system in these regions also demands heavy punishment, generally life imprisonment and occasionally even capital punishment in some US states.