Japanese Train Stabbing Incident Leaves Three Wounded

Japanese Train Stabbing Incident Leaves Three Wounded

Staff Reporter     Jul 23, 2023 02:28 pm

Incidences of violent crime are notably scarce in Japan, a nation recognized for its stringent gun regulations and low homicide rate.

Osaka: Three individuals sustained injuries due to a knife assault on a train in the western region of Japan this past Sunday. Authorities have confirmed the arrest of a man believed to be responsible for the stabbing attacks.

The victims, identified as a train conductor in his 20s and two male passengers in their 20s and 70s, were transported to a hospital to treat non-life-threatening injuries.

A 37-year-old male suspected of the attack was found in possession of three knives at the time of his arrest. His apprehension occurred at Rinku Town station in the Osaka region, as the local law enforcement authorities reported.

Following his arrest for attempted murder, the suspect confessed to his involvement in the Sunday morning assault, according to police sources. Investigations are ongoing to determine the motive behind the attack.
Although violent crime is relatively uncommon in Japan, sporadic stabbings and occasional shootings do sometimes occur. This includes the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe the previous year.

In 2021, a man aged 24 was accused of stabbing a fellow passenger and initiating a fire on a Tokyo train on Halloween. He was reportedly dressed in a costume resembling the infamous comic book character, the Joker.

The verdict in this particular case is expected to be delivered on July 31.

Reported By: Staff Reporter     Place: Kolkata     Jul 23, 2023 02:28 pm




Place : Kolkata     Reported By : Staff Reporter     23-07-2023 02:28:19 pm

Incidences of violent crime are notably scarce in Japan, a nation recognized for its stringent gun regulations and low homicide rate.

Osaka: Three individuals sustained injuries due to a knife assault on a train in the western region of Japan this past Sunday. Authorities have confirmed the arrest of a man believed to be responsible for the stabbing attacks.

The victims, identified as a train conductor in his 20s and two male passengers in their 20s and 70s, were transported to a hospital to treat non-life-threatening injuries.

A 37-year-old male suspected of the attack was found in possession of three knives at the time of his arrest. His apprehension occurred at Rinku Town station in the Osaka region, as the local law enforcement authorities reported.

Following his arrest for attempted murder, the suspect confessed to his involvement in the Sunday morning assault, according to police sources. Investigations are ongoing to determine the motive behind the attack.
Although violent crime is relatively uncommon in Japan, sporadic stabbings and occasional shootings do sometimes occur. This includes the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe the previous year.

In 2021, a man aged 24 was accused of stabbing a fellow passenger and initiating a fire on a Tokyo train on Halloween. He was reportedly dressed in a costume resembling the infamous comic book character, the Joker.

The verdict in this particular case is expected to be delivered on July 31.

Top Posts

1.

"They want to collapse Bengal's Education System": Mamata Slams BJP and CPM over SC Verdict on WBSSC...

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya J... Read more
2.

“Nothing but political opportunism…”: Uddhav Thackeray Criticizes BJP over Waqf Bill, Calls ou...

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray launched a sharp attack on the BJP, accusing it of using the ... Read more
3.

“Tainted Beyond Repair”: Supreme Court Upholds Calcutta HC Ruling, Cancels 25,000 WBSSC Appointm...

In a significant blow to the Mamata Banerjee-led government in West Bengal, the Supreme Court on Thu... Read more
4.

Opposition Criticises Centre's Handling of Manipur Crisis as President's Rule Gets Lok Sabha Nod...

The Lok Sabha on Thursday adopted a Statutory Resolution confirming the imposition of President's Ru... Read more
5.

Crime Branch Arrests Five with Seven Firearms in Mumbai; Possible Bishnoi Gang Link Suspected...

In a major crackdown, the Mumbai Police Crime Branch arrested five individuals with seven firearms a... Read more

LATEST NEWS

1.

"They want to collapse Bengal's Education System": Mamata Slams BJP and CPM over SC Verdict on WBSSC...

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on Thursday launched a scathing attack on the Bharatiya J... Read more
2.

“Nothing but political opportunism…”: Uddhav Thackeray Criticizes BJP over Waqf Bill, Calls ou...

Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray launched a sharp attack on the BJP, accusing it of using the ... Read more
3.

“Tainted Beyond Repair”: Supreme Court Upholds Calcutta HC Ruling, Cancels 25,000 WBSSC Appointm...

In a significant blow to the Mamata Banerjee-led government in West Bengal, the Supreme Court on Thu... Read more
4.

Opposition Criticises Centre's Handling of Manipur Crisis as President's Rule Gets Lok Sabha Nod...

The Lok Sabha on Thursday adopted a Statutory Resolution confirming the imposition of President's Ru... Read more
5.

Crime Branch Arrests Five with Seven Firearms in Mumbai; Possible Bishnoi Gang Link Suspected...

In a major crackdown, the Mumbai Police Crime Branch arrested five individuals with seven firearms a... Read more
6.

Lok Sabha Passes Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 After Marathon Debate Amidst Fierce Opposition...

The Lok Sabha on Thursday passed the contentious Waqf Amendment Bill 2025 after more than 10 hours o... Read more

Top Videos