At least 19 people taken to hospital after 'strong smell' reported at Tokyo mall
At least 19 individuals were hospitalized after a strong smell was reported at the Ginza 6 shopping complex in Tokyo. Authorities believe the odor was caused by an irritant spray containing capsaicin, likely used by a suspect who remains at large. Emergency responders, including police and firefighters, quickly arrived at the scene to manage the situation and assist those affected.
- ▪At least 19 people were taken to the hospital due to a strong smell at a Tokyo shopping mall.
- ▪The substance sprayed is believed to contain capsaicin, an irritant found in chili peppers.
- ▪Police are actively searching for the suspect responsible for the incident.
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At least 19 people taken to hospital after 'strong smell' reported at Tokyo mall33 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleElla KiplingGetty ImagesThe incident took place at the Ginza 6 shopping complexAt least 19 people have been taken to hospital after a strong smell was reported at a shopping complex in Tokyo, according to media reports.A police spokesperson said a man had sprayed a substance at a cash machine on the ground floor of the building in the luxury Ginza 6 shopping centre on Monday.The substance is believed to have been an irritant spray, identified by authorities as likely containing capsaicin - which is found in chilli peppers.Police are still looking for the suspect, national broadcaster NHK reported.People near the scene reported feeling their throat become painful…
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