Part 7- The Crime (5)

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His brother subsequently told their parents, who contacted police.Two police officers were dispatched to the Minato house; however, they were informed that there was no girl inside.

The police officers declined an invitation to look around the house, believing the invitation alone was sufficient proof that there was nothing untoward to be found.

Both officers faced considerable backlash from the community. Had they indeed searched the house and located Furuta, her ordeal would have only lasted sixteen days and she may well have recovered from her injuries. The two officers were fired for failing to follow procedure.

At the beginning of December, Furuta attempted to call the police.However, she was discovered by Miyano before she could say anything.

When the police phoned back, Miyano informed them that the original emergency call was a mistake.

As punishment for contacting the authorities, Furuta's attackers doused her legs and feet in lighter fluid and set them on fire.

They also pushed a large bottle into her anus, causing severe bleeding. She reportedly went into convulsions.

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