Domestic violence was arrested after reporting the eldest daughter... Expressing guilt to the remaining coaches, including Lee Seung-yeop

Shinnosuke Abe, former manager of the Japanese professional baseball team's Yomiuri Giants, apologized in an interview for the first time since his resignation.

In an interview with the Japanese media outlet 'Full Count' on the 7th, former coach Abe bowed his head and said about his domestic violence and arrest incident, "I committed an unprecedented act. It has left an indelible wound on the team, fans, and family, and I am fiercely reflecting on it."

Former coach Abe, who appeared in the media for the first time about three months after being arrested red-handed on charges of assaulting a family member and resigning from his position in disgrace, explained the situation of that day in detail.

He admitted to assault at the time, saying, "I was mediating an argument between my two daughters at a holiday dinner, and in a fit of anger, I grabbed my eldest daughter by the collar and pushed her to the ground."

He continued, “Afterwards, he was handcuffed in front of his family by the police who responded to a report from his eldest daughter who called the child counseling center.”

Former coach Abe, who visited team owner Toshikazu Yamaguchi immediately after his release and officially resigned, is currently spending time in self-reflection by refraining from outside activities.

He fully acknowledged his fault, saying, "It happened because of my weakness. Violence should never occur, regardless of the reason."

He said that he is trying to restore his relationship with his family after the incident and said, "I promised my eldest daughter that I will abstain from drinking, and I am also receiving expert counseling on anger management. I will take the time to heal the hurt I caused my family."

He also expressed deep feelings of guilt toward the team and coaches who were thrown into confusion by his unexpected actions.

Although he avoided mentioning anything specific about baseball, he could not hide his regret for the field staff who suddenly took over the baton.

Former coach Abe said, "I cannot raise my head high toward acting coach Hideki Hashigami and the remaining coaches, who have shouldered a heavy burden due to my irresponsible actions."

Immediately after the indictment was not indicted in June, he briefly attended the resolution tournament and exchanged greetings due to the consideration of the coaches. He added, "I was truly grateful to the 10 or so coaches, including Coach Seung-yeop Lee, who silently led the team. I feel deeply sorry for betraying the fans, and I will continue to support Yomiuri from the perspective of an ordinary fan."