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Japan: Shocking incident in Japan, 3 killed during firing, attacker targets policemen

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Japan Shooting: Three people were killed and one person was injured in a shooting and stabbing incident in a rural area of ​​Japan on Thursday (May 25). After committing the crime, the attacker hid in a building. The incident is from the Nagano area of ​​central Japan.

According to Japan’s official news agency, a masked man armed with a rifle and knife attacked four people. After which there was chaos in the area. After the attack, the attacker took the opportunity and hid in a nearby building. At present, the motive of the accused is not known. According to local media, the masked attackers followed a woman and attacked her with a knife. After which he also attacked the police who reached the spot. After firing indiscriminately, the accused hid in a house. On the other hand, all the three victims including the woman were taken to a nearby hospital, where they were declared brought dead.

post event Two policemen also died A police officer said that two policemen also died in the firing, while one person was injured. Whose treatment is going on. It is not yet clear whether the injured person was attacked with knives or shot. According to the police, the attacker was wearing a cap and glasses. While his face was covered with a mask. At present, the attacker is out of police custody.

Such cases are very rare in Japan.
The matter is surprising even for Japan as not everyone can own a gun here. Anyone who owns a gun in Japan must go through a rigorous process before being granted a license. In such a situation, incidents of shooting are rarely seen in Japan.