Man Arrested for Silent Calls to Wife in Japan

A man in Japan has been arrested for making over 100 silent phone calls daily to his wife, driven by jealousy and possessiveness after he suspected her of speaking to other men. The 31-year-old woman from Hyogo prefecture reported the disturbing behavior to police after noticing the calls would stop when he was asleep or gaming. Investigations confirmed that the husband was behind the calls, which he made from private numbers to conceal his identity. He claimed his actions were a misguided expression of love, stating he called her because he loved her so much. This incident highlights the issues of emotional distress and stalking in relationships, with Japan's laws against such behavior allowing for criminal charges and potential imprisonment. The husband was taken into custody on September 4, as police confirmed this was the first such case of phone stalking in Amagasaki involving a couple living together.