Prominent American playwright and actor, Jeremy O. Harris, known for his Tony-nominated "Slave Play" and his role in the Netflix series "Emily in Paris," was arrested in Japan on suspicion of smuggling the psychedelic drug ecstasy, officials said Saturday. Officers at Naha Airport on Japan's southern island of Okinawa arrested Harris on Nov. 16 for an alleged violation of customs law for having 0.78 grams, or 0.
Main Idea: Playwright and actor Jeremy O. Harris was arrested in Japan after customs officials said he was carrying ecstasy in his luggage.
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The arrest may briefly heighten concern for travelers and workers about strict drug laws and detention in Japan, with possible strain on US-Japan public attention.
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