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Inspector Joseph Meguire is the chief of the Investigation Division for the Tokyo Metropolitan Police Department. He is a man with a large, corpulent build, a thick mustache, and a brown hat that he is never seen without, which has become his trademark along with his matching brown coat. His English name is a localization of his original Japanese name, Juzo Megure. As the commanding officer on the ground for most serious crimes, he is a constant presence at crime scenes, leading his team and taking charge of investigations.
Meguire presents a personality that balances stern professionalism with a hidden, more personable side. At work, he is strict, serious, and has a strong sense of duty and justice. He is a capable veteran who cares deeply for his subordinates, though he is not above shouting fits when things go wrong or when his temper gets the better of him. Despite his position, he has a notable lack of patience for what he perceives as foolishness and can be somewhat conservative in his thinking. Outside of this official demeanor, he reveals a more playful and occasionally childlike personality. He has been known to ask celebrities for autographs, fuss over his appearance on television, and attempt to speak broken English with foreigners. He is also notably bad with modern technology, though he makes efforts to learn. Away from the job, he is a devoted and affectionate husband to his wife, Midori.
The core of Meguire's motivation lies in protecting the innocent and upholding justice. He prioritizes the safety of hostages and victims above all else, often acting decisively in dangerous situations to protect others. This drive stems from a strong, inflexible sense of justice where he views criminals as having done wrong without excuse. His leadership is motivated by a deep sense of responsibility for his team and for the outcome of his investigations, although he is not overly prideful and will readily rely on outside help to solve complex cases.
In his official role, Meguire is the ranking officer at the scene of most major incidents. He organizes his team and directs the investigation, though he often lacks the deductive brilliance to solve the most perplexing mysteries on his own. As such, he frequently turns to civilian consultants. He has a long-standing history of working with the novelist Yusaku Kudo, whose deductive skills he greatly respects. This trust has extended to Yusaku's son, Jimmy Kudo (Shinichi Kudo), whom Meguire considers a great asset after seeing his skills firsthand. His relationship with private detective Richard Moore (Kogoro Mouri) is more complicated; they were former co-officers in the police district, and while they share a mutual respect, Meguire often has little patience for Moore's antics and believes a "jinx" follows him, as murders occur wherever he goes.
Meguire's key relationships define his network within the force and beyond. He is the superior to several recurring officers, including Miwako Sato, Wataru Takagi, Ninzaburo Shiratori, and Kazunobu Chiba. He acts as a paternal figure to Sato, and the team trusts him implicitly despite his occasional outbursts. He was once the boss of Richard Moore, and the two men address each other with a familiar and respectful tone. He also shares a good-natured rivalry and friendship with Inspector Zenigata from the Lupin III series, as seen in crossover specials. His most important personal relationship is with his wife, Midori Meguire. His refusal to ever be seen without his hat in public is directly tied to a scar on his head he received during the case in which he met Midori, covering a mark he is self-conscious about. The event was a formative moment in his background, shortly after he joined the police force.
While Meguire does not undergo a dramatic personal transformation, his methods and views do show subtle development over time. Initially skeptical of the young Conan Edogawa and his friends, whom he often sees as nuisances, he eventually comes to rely on their sharp observations. He even humorously reflects that the young boy might be an even greater "bringer of death" than Richard Moore, given the frequency with which he encounters crimes. Meguire also learns and adapts in small ways, such as gradually overcoming his technological ineptitude with smartphones and computers.
In terms of notable abilities, Meguire's greatest strength is his leadership and decision-making on the ground. He excels at managing personnel and directing operations effectively. However, it is commonly acknowledged that his own deductive skills and marksmanship are average at best. He freely relies on the superior intellect of Jimmy Kudo for solving the most complex cases, and he deeply respects Richard Moore for his exceptional shooting ability. Where Meguire truly shines is in his courage and protective instincts. He has repeatedly risked his own life, even when injured, to shield his colleagues, citizens, or his wife from attackers. His large build has, on occasion, even served to protect him from fatal harm, leading to a nickname from colleagues: Meguire the Tanuki.
Meguire presents a personality that balances stern professionalism with a hidden, more personable side. At work, he is strict, serious, and has a strong sense of duty and justice. He is a capable veteran who cares deeply for his subordinates, though he is not above shouting fits when things go wrong or when his temper gets the better of him. Despite his position, he has a notable lack of patience for what he perceives as foolishness and can be somewhat conservative in his thinking. Outside of this official demeanor, he reveals a more playful and occasionally childlike personality. He has been known to ask celebrities for autographs, fuss over his appearance on television, and attempt to speak broken English with foreigners. He is also notably bad with modern technology, though he makes efforts to learn. Away from the job, he is a devoted and affectionate husband to his wife, Midori.
The core of Meguire's motivation lies in protecting the innocent and upholding justice. He prioritizes the safety of hostages and victims above all else, often acting decisively in dangerous situations to protect others. This drive stems from a strong, inflexible sense of justice where he views criminals as having done wrong without excuse. His leadership is motivated by a deep sense of responsibility for his team and for the outcome of his investigations, although he is not overly prideful and will readily rely on outside help to solve complex cases.
In his official role, Meguire is the ranking officer at the scene of most major incidents. He organizes his team and directs the investigation, though he often lacks the deductive brilliance to solve the most perplexing mysteries on his own. As such, he frequently turns to civilian consultants. He has a long-standing history of working with the novelist Yusaku Kudo, whose deductive skills he greatly respects. This trust has extended to Yusaku's son, Jimmy Kudo (Shinichi Kudo), whom Meguire considers a great asset after seeing his skills firsthand. His relationship with private detective Richard Moore (Kogoro Mouri) is more complicated; they were former co-officers in the police district, and while they share a mutual respect, Meguire often has little patience for Moore's antics and believes a "jinx" follows him, as murders occur wherever he goes.
Meguire's key relationships define his network within the force and beyond. He is the superior to several recurring officers, including Miwako Sato, Wataru Takagi, Ninzaburo Shiratori, and Kazunobu Chiba. He acts as a paternal figure to Sato, and the team trusts him implicitly despite his occasional outbursts. He was once the boss of Richard Moore, and the two men address each other with a familiar and respectful tone. He also shares a good-natured rivalry and friendship with Inspector Zenigata from the Lupin III series, as seen in crossover specials. His most important personal relationship is with his wife, Midori Meguire. His refusal to ever be seen without his hat in public is directly tied to a scar on his head he received during the case in which he met Midori, covering a mark he is self-conscious about. The event was a formative moment in his background, shortly after he joined the police force.
While Meguire does not undergo a dramatic personal transformation, his methods and views do show subtle development over time. Initially skeptical of the young Conan Edogawa and his friends, whom he often sees as nuisances, he eventually comes to rely on their sharp observations. He even humorously reflects that the young boy might be an even greater "bringer of death" than Richard Moore, given the frequency with which he encounters crimes. Meguire also learns and adapts in small ways, such as gradually overcoming his technological ineptitude with smartphones and computers.
In terms of notable abilities, Meguire's greatest strength is his leadership and decision-making on the ground. He excels at managing personnel and directing operations effectively. However, it is commonly acknowledged that his own deductive skills and marksmanship are average at best. He freely relies on the superior intellect of Jimmy Kudo for solving the most complex cases, and he deeply respects Richard Moore for his exceptional shooting ability. Where Meguire truly shines is in his courage and protective instincts. He has repeatedly risked his own life, even when injured, to shield his colleagues, citizens, or his wife from attackers. His large build has, on occasion, even served to protect him from fatal harm, leading to a nickname from colleagues: Meguire the Tanuki.