Japanese Police Officer and Boxer Found Dead in Station from Gunshot Wound to the Head

The Tragic Death of Daisuke Sugita

According to Главком: Daisuke Sugita, a 37-year-old super lightweight boxer who also served as a police officer, was discovered dead at his workplace in the Machida police station in Tokyo. The incident occurred on the morning of May 30. The athlete was found unconscious with a gunshot wound to the head, still wearing his police uniform. A pistol that had been fired once was lying next to him. Despite being rushed to the hospital, he could not be saved. Police are currently treating the case as a suspected suicide.

Career and Achievements

Sugita’s final match took place on March 17, 2023, where he won by judges' decision in an eight-round bout against Ren Kakimoto. His next professional fight had been scheduled for August 2026. Over his career, he built an impressive amateur record of 110 wins (47 by knockout) and 31 losses. He was a two-time winner of the Japan Championship for multi-sport athletes in two different weight classes.

Sugita made his professional debut in April 2018. He went on to capture the WBA South Asia and WBA Asia titles in the super lightweight division, as well as the WBC Asia belt in the featherweight category. His professional record stands at 11 wins (4 by knockout) and 6 losses. The tragedy has sent shockwaves through the sports world and sparked conversations about athlete mental health.

The death of Daisuke Sugita has drawn attention to the often-overlooked issue of mental health among athletes. Despite outward success and achievements, many competitors face hidden emotional and psychological struggles. This case underscores the urgent need for support systems and open dialogue around mental well-being in sports to help prevent similar tragedies in the future.