Joseph Meguire is the chief inspector of the Investigation Division in the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department in Case Closed. He is known for his big build, thick mustache, and a brown hat that he never takes off. Joseph is a reliable and warm-hearted leader, always putting the safety of people first in dangerous situations. Although his deduction skills and shooting ability are not very strong, he is deeply trusted by his team and relies on skilled detectives like Jimmy Kudo and his father for help with mysteries.
Joseph Meguire has a large frame with a noticeable stomach and a thick mustache.
He is never seen without his brown hat and matching brown coat, which are his trademarks.
He often wears these even off duty.
Joseph is strict and serious at work, showing strong responsibility as a leader.
He cares a lot about his team, and they trust him deeply.
He is very focused on saving lives during emergencies, especially when hostages are involved.
Joseph can also be playful, like when he asks celebrities for autographs or tries to speak English with new people.
Sometimes, he cares about how he looks on camera and even makes the peace sign when being filmed.
He is not good with technology. He often asks for help with things like computers and smartphones, but he tries to learn.
Even though he gets tricked or makes mistakes sometimes, he is not afraid to step in to protect others.
He is an affectionate husband.
Joseph Meguire has been part of the series since the very first episode and is one of the longest-standing characters.
He is married to Midori Meguire.
He was once the boss of Richard Moore when Richard was still a detective.
Joseph is about 41 years old, as he is in the same work group as other characters who are also 41.
Joseph’s main strength is leadership and making key decisions during investigations.
His deduction skills and shooting ability are not very good.
He sometimes gets misled or almost arrests the wrong person.
Even though he is not the best at shooting, he deeply respects Richard Moore's shooting skill.
He acts quickly in dangerous situations, even protecting people from attackers himself.
Joseph is married to Midori Meguire and is a loving husband.
He has a close, father figure relationship with Miwako Sato, one of his officers.
He highly trusts Jimmy Kudo and his father Yusaku Kudo for their detective skills.
Joseph and Richard Moore call each other by their last names, showing respect and familiarity.
He has an old friendship with Inspector Zenigata from the Lupin the Third crossover, and has introduced him to Richard Moore.
Joseph’s full name, "Joseph Meguire," appears in the movie "The Fourteenth Target."
His name and look are inspired by the French detective Jules Maigret.
His large body has saved his life twice in the movies.
He was the first to call the Black Organization members "the men in black."
He avoids showing the scar on his head left from when he first met his wife.
"Does that make you feel good? Hurting people—tell me, does that really make you feel good?
What you did wasn’t for justice, or even for your lost son...
It was just a selfish way of playing with human life because you were frustrated.
Don’t you see that?"
Leader of the Investigation Division
Joseph Meguire is the chief inspector leading the first division for serious crimes in the Tokyo Metropolitan Police.
He organizes his team and takes charge in high-stakes situations, always making sure the safety of hostages and victims comes first.
Early Appearances and Trust
He appeared from the very first episode of Case Closed.
Joseph sometimes gets upset when Richard Moore shows up at crime scenes, but now depends on his reasoning.
He relies even more on Jimmy Kudo and Yusaku Kudo when tough mysteries come up.
Discipline and Mistakes
Joseph can be very strict when his officers make mistakes, but he is also hard on himself.
Sometimes he doesn’t catch a criminal or is fooled by a suspect, showing he isn’t perfect.
He once let a suspect run away right in front of him and felt guilty afterward.
Serious but Playful Side
Joseph is sometimes called "Meguire the Tanuki" because of his round shape.
He can be a bit childlike and cheerful, like when he asks famous people for autographs or fusses about how he looks on TV.
Sometimes he scolds kids and teenagers who get involved in dangerous cases, but overall he is more lenient than Richard Moore.
Always Ready for Action
He isn’t just a desk worker—Joseph has risked his life, like when he protected Serena Sebastian or his wife from attackers.
Even with injuries, he refused to stay away from work.
He keeps his hat on in public because of an old scar on his head from when he first met his wife.
Changing Views on Detectives
At first, Joseph blamed Richard Moore for so many deaths happening around him, saying he “brought death.”
But later, he figured out that deaths happen even when Richard is not around, and started to think maybe the young boy, Conan Edogawa, is even more of a “bringer of death.”
Appearance in Movies and Specials
Joseph’s age and relationship with other police leaders are explored in movies and special episodes.
He has made important appearances, like helping solve big cases and even teaming up with characters from crossovers such as Lupin the Third.
Joseph Meguire is a fun and important character in Case Closed.
He adds humor, warmth, and sometimes a bit of clumsiness to the police investigations.
Fans love him for his kind heart, strong sense of justice, and memorable look.
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