Timelesz member Inomata Shuto has been hit with criticism after his appearance when being released from police custody after being arrested for domestic violence.
Inomata was arrested after allegedly punching his girlfriend.
On September 25, a live stream of the idol being released was shared.
During the video, the idol came out, apologized, and bowed before getting into the car and leaving.
Media outlets shared photos of his release.
timelesz猪俣周杜、釈放
「この度は大変申し訳ございませんでした」https://t.co/r8cGkm6Pei
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きょう午後4時半ごろ、湾岸警察署ロビーに姿を現した猪俣。黒のスーツを着用し、神妙な面持ちを浮かべながら集まった報道陣の前に立ち「この度は大変申し訳ございませんでした」と21秒深々と頭を下げた https://t.co/jjX7fb4C3Z pic.twitter.com/H233luRTkN— オリコンニュース (@oricon) September 25, 2026
Yet, when the photos and videos were posted, while some welcomed Inomata Shuto back, many criticized his release. Some thought he should just leave, while others felt his appearance didn’t convey awareness of the issues he had caused, with some noting that others in similar instances had shown more remorse.
とりま脱退＆解雇はよ https://t.co/ezB7Bt3fZJ
— 優G党@🤍💜 (@you1230daiyanoA) September 25, 2026
Just leave and get fired already.
なんで釈放なん？ https://t.co/lkjp8Yh0jP
— ZZZ (@ZZZui3i) September 25, 2026
Why is he released?
https://x.com/hinata_01121054/status/2103394848887939308
His face doesn’t look like it shows any awareness of causing trouble for his company or group.
脱退じゃ無かったらヤバいよね。
— xxxKOBAxxx (@xxxKOBAxxxSeven) September 25, 2026
If he doesn’t quit/withdraw, it would be unbelievable.
かつて先輩は土下座してたな pic.twitter.com/RbaHOK3cJy
— タクちゃん (@butamaru007) September 25, 2026
His former senior bowed down on the ground in deep apology. [former KAT-TUN member Taguchi Junnosuke]
Inomata is still temporarily suspended from the group, with reports the investigation will continue.