Man sprays unidentified substance at Tokyo mall ATM, injuring 20
On May 25, 2026, a man sprayed an unidentified chemical substance near an ATM on the ground floor of the Ginza Six luxury shopping complex in Tokyo’s Ginza district, injuring approximately 20 people. Emergency responders in hazmat suits treated victims, with two taken to ambulances on stretchers. Injuries were reported as light, including throat irritation. Police blocked roads and are investigating the substance and motive. Violent crime is rare in Japan.
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Spraying incident at luxury mall in Tokyo injures about 20 people
On May 25, 2026, a man sprayed an unidentified substance inside the Ginza 6 luxury shopping complex in central Tokyo, injuring approximately 20 people. Tokyo police reported that the incident occurred at an ATM on the ground floor, with a local fire department confirming injuries after reports of a strong smell. Emergency responders in hazmat suits decontaminated victims, and two people were seen being taken on stretchers into ambulances. A 70-year-old female shopper told NHK that her throat began stinging and hurting as she approached the ATM. The road in front of the mall in the upscale Ginza district was blocked off, though shoppers continued using side entrances. Authorities are investigating the cause and the nature of the substance. The article notes that violent crime is rare in Japan but references past attacks, including the 1995 sarin gas subway attack and a 2024 stabbing incident involving a sprayed liquid.
Home - CBSNews.comMan sprays unidentified chemical in Tokyo mall, injuring at least 20
On May 25, 2026, a man sprayed an unidentified chemical substance inside the Ginza Six luxury shopping mall in Tokyo, Japan, injuring at least 20 people. Emergency services responded, with at least two victims placed on stretchers and taken to ambulances. Public broadcaster NHK reported that injuries appeared generally light. A 70-year-old female witness described feeling a stinging, scratchy sensation in her throat after approaching an ATM on the ground floor where the incident occurred. Police are investigating the attack. The road in front of the mall was blocked off, though shoppers continued using side entrances.
JPost.com - The Jerusalem Post - All News from the Middle East, Israel, and the Jewish WorldAround 20 injured in spraying incident at Tokyo mall
On May 25, 2026, approximately 20 people were injured at the Ginza Six luxury shopping complex in Tokyo, Japan, after a man sprayed an unknown substance near an ATM on the ground floor. Tokyo police spokesman Yusuke Koide confirmed the incident, and a local fire department official reported injuries from a 'smell'. The road in front of the mall was blocked, and emergency responders in hazmat suits examined victims. Public broadcaster NHK reported injuries appeared light, with one 70-year-old woman describing throat stinging and numbness. Police are investigating the cause. The article notes that violent crime is rare in Japan, but references past incidents including the 1995 sarin gas subway attack and a 2025 stabbing with liquid spraying.
The Hindu: Latest News today from India and the World, Breaking news, Top Headlines and Trending News Videos.Around 20 injured after spraying incident in Tokyo mall
On Monday, approximately 20 people were injured at a luxury shopping complex in central Tokyo after a man sprayed an unidentified substance inside the building. Police and fire department officials confirmed the incident, which prompted an emergency response. The nature of the substance and the condition of the injured have not been detailed, and authorities are investigating the suspect's motives. The event occurred in a high-end retail area, raising concerns about public safety in crowded commercial spaces.
Push.com.phTwenty Injured After Man Sprays Substance in Tokyo Luxury Shopping Mall
On May 25, 2026, approximately twenty people were taken to hospital after a man sprayed an unidentified substance near a vending machine on the ground floor of the Ginza Six luxury shopping center in Tokyo's tourist-heavy Ginza district. Police and fire officials responded, with firefighters in chemical protective suits evacuating customers and examining them in specialized vehicles. Injuries appeared minor, with victims reporting discomfort and sore throats. The area was partially cordoned off. The incident evoked memories of the 1995 Aum sect sarin gas attack on the Tokyo subway, though violent crime remains rare in Japan. Police launched an investigation but provided no further details.
Le Monde.fr - Actualités et Infos en France et dans le mondeDozens injured in Tokyo shopping centre after man sprays mystery liquid
On Monday, approximately 20 people were injured at the Ginza Six luxury shopping complex in Tokyo, Japan, after a man sprayed an unidentified substance near an ATM on the ground floor. Police spokesman Yusuke Koide confirmed the incident, and a local fire department official reported injuries following complaints of a strong smell. The road in front of the mall in the upscale Ginza district was blocked off, and emergency personnel in hazmat suits treated victims, with two people taken away on stretchers. Public broadcaster NHK described the injuries as light. The substance's nature and the suspect's motive remain under investigation.
News - South China Morning PostAround 20 injured after man sprays substance at Tokyo mall ATM in Ginza
On Monday, around 20 people were injured at a luxury shopping complex in Tokyo's Ginza district after a man sprayed an unidentified substance at an ATM on the ground floor. Tokyo police spokesman Yusuke Koide confirmed the incident, and a local fire department official reported injuries and a 'smell.' Roads around the building were blocked off, and fire trucks lined the street. An AFP reporter saw two people on stretchers being loaded into an ambulance, while firefighters in hazmat suits examined others. Public broadcaster NHK reported that injuries appeared to be light. A police investigation is currently underway.
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