Jeffrey E. Fowle | |
|---|---|
| Born | 1958 (age 65–66) Miamisburg, Ohio, U.S. |
| Occupation | Municipal worker |
| Known for | Arrest and detention in North Korea |
| Detainment | |
| Country |  North Korea |
| Detained | May 4, 2014 |
| Released | October 21, 2014 |
| Days in detention | 170 |
| Reason for detention | Proselytism[1] |
Jeffrey Edward Fowle (born 1958)[2] is a U.S. citizen who was detained by North Korean authorities in May 2014 after intentionally leaving a Bible in the restroom of the Chongjin Sailor's Club, with full knowledge of violating the local law, which enforces severe religious repressions in the country.[2][3]
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- ^ Welch, William M. (September 2, 2014). "Who are the Americans held in North Korea". USA Today. Retrieved October 22, 2014.