A Japanese national was arrested last week for reportedly hiding in a women's restroom and taking pictures, according to a Murfreesboro Police Department arrest report.
Daisuke Hondo, 36, of Murfreesboro was arrested April 9 by MPD Detective Tommy Roberts and charged with unlawful photography and attempted sexual exploitation of a minor.
Roberts said he investigated Hondo after there was a report of a man hiding in the women's restroom at a local retail store.
"Evidence further shows that Mr. Hondo took photos and/or video of the girl," Roberts said.
The victim saw Hondo's actions and chased him from the restroom and out of the store.
Hondo was booked into the Rutherford County Adult Detention Center and was released on $150,000 bond. His court date is set for May.
Bizarre in the Boro: Smyrna edition
A Smyrna man remains in critical condition after an unknown assailant invaded his home on Hendricks Hill Drive and threw a chemical on him.
Smyrna Police said Christopher Phiouthong, 27, of Smyrna was attacked April 5 by individual entered his home by force.
"After making entry the perpetrator threw a powerful liquid chemical on Mr. Phiouthong, which caused serious burns to over 51 percent of his body and permanent blindness. Mr. Phiouthong is in critical condition at a local hospital. He has had several surgeries to date and will have numerous more because of the extent of the injuries," a news release from SPD said.
The Smyrna Police Department and his family are urging anyone who may have information regarding that attack or knowledge of persons responsible to contact Detective Allan Nabours with the Smyrna Police Department at phone number (615) 267-5434.
Michelle Willard is a freelance journalist who fills her days with social media marketing, politics, true crime, and taking complaints. You can complain to her on Twitter @MichWillard or by email michelle(at)murfreesborovoice.com.
