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Actor Jeremy O. Harris Arrested for MDMA Smuggling in Japan

12/5/2025

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American actor Jeremy O. Harris was arrested November 16 at Naha Airport in Okinawa, Japan, for allegedly smuggling 0.78 grams of 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA).
Local customs officials say he is charged under Japan's Narcotics and Psychotropics Control Act.
Harris, 36, was traveling from Britain via Taiwan for sightseeing and remains in custody.
Harris's representatives have not commented.

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American actor Jeremy O. Harris was arrested November 16 at Naha Airport in Okinawa, Japan, for allegedly smuggling 0.78 grams of 3,4-methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA).
Local customs officials say he is charged under Japan's Narcotics and Psychotropics Control Act.
Harris, 36, was traveling from Britain via Taiwan for sightseeing and remains in custody.
Harris's representatives have not commented.