The delay in disclosing the remaining names was attributed to a desire to give the victims’ families time to grieve and carry out funeral services, though as time went on a rift formed between the Kyoto Prefectural Police, who felt the names of the remaining victims should be released in the public interest, and Japan’s National Police Agency, who wanted the consent of the bereaved before making the remaining names public.
Ultimately, the Kyoto Prefectural Police decided to release the remaining 25 names on August 27, after confirming that all funerals have been held.
Kyoto Animation once again asks the Kyoto Prefectural Police and involved media organizations to respect the privacy and wishes of the deceased and their families.”
Kyoto Animation lawyer expresses unhappiness that some many victims’ families did not agree with announcement.