Two Notorious Manga Leakers Arrested Again for Illegal Scans
Two of the most notorious manga leakers have been arrested once again for leaking material from Weekly Shonen Magazine, raising questions about the effectiveness of measures taken to combat manga piracy.
Two Notorious Manga Leakers Arrested Again for Illegal Scans
Two of the most notorious manga leakers have once again been apprehended for their involvement in leaking material from Weekly Shonen Magazine. This recent arrest raises concerns about the effectiveness of measures taken to combat manga piracy. Let’s delve into the details of this case and explore the implications for the manga industry.

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Earlier this year, three major manga leakers associated with Shonen Jump were arrested in Japan, shocking the manga community. Now, it has been confirmed that two of those previously arrested individuals have been taken into custody once again, this time for leaking material from Weekly Shonen Magazine, a publication by Kodansha.
While it is unclear whether these leaks occurred after the initial arrests, it is likely that the arrests are part of an ongoing investigation. The police had previously shared evidence photos related to this case, which included leaked titles from Weekly Shonen Magazine. One of the leaked manga series, Blue Lock, was specifically mentioned in the report.
NHK reports that the investigation into the recent surge of manga leaks is still ongoing, and authorities suspect that there may be more individuals involved in the process. According to the report, the original Japanese manga is translated into English and Arabic before being shared online unofficially.
The two suspects in this case have admitted to taking pre-release photos of the manga but deny being responsible for publishing the images online. With a second arrest now in place, authorities will undoubtedly delve deeper into the claims made by the pair.
This arrest highlights the ongoing issue of global manga leaks. While eliminating one source of leaks is a step forward, it often leads to the emergence of several others. The manga industry continues to generate billions of dollars each year, with manga sales accounting for a majority of graphic novel sales in the United States. Despite the availability of licensed simulpublish services such as Manga Plus and K Manga, piracy remains a persistent problem.
The effectiveness of measures taken to combat manga piracy is called into question by this latest arrest. As the investigation unfolds, it remains to be seen whether further arrests will be made and whether these actions will have a lasting impact on the issue.
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