Suspect Apprehended in Tokyo Pepper Spray Incident

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Published: 2026-10-29T16:00:00Z
Category: crime-public-safety
Source: hjnews.com (AP)
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Japanese police arrested a 24-year-old Chinese student on October 28, 2026, in connection with a pepper spray attack in Tokyo's Ginza district from May. The incident caused eye and throat irritation for dozens, with 25 individuals requiring hospital treatment for mild symptoms. The suspect is believed to have targeted a man at an ATM booth.

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