More than 20 hospitalised after substance sprayed in Tokyo mall
More than 20 people were hospitalized after a substance was sprayed at a shopping center in Tokyo. The incident occurred in the upscale Ginza district, prompting an immediate response from emergency services. Authorities are currently investigating the situation as witnesses reported symptoms of throat pain and discomfort.
- ▪Over 20 individuals were taken to the hospital after feeling unwell due to a substance sprayed in a shopping complex.
- ▪Emergency services blocked off the area and responded with hazmat teams to assist those affected.
- ▪Witnesses reported symptoms including throat pain and coughing, with many describing a sudden onset of discomfort.
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At least 20 injured by a substance sprayed at Tokyo shopping centreTopic:Disasters, Accidents and Emergency IncidentsMon 25 May 2026 at 10:08pmMon 25 May 2026 at 10:08pmMon 25 May 2026 at 10:08pmEmergency services examine the scene after a person allegedly sprayed a substance in a Tokyo shopping centre. (AP Photo: Eugene Hoshiko)In short:More than 20 people have been injured at a luxury shopping complex in central Tokyo after a man sprayed a substance.Many have been taken to hospital after feeling unwell and developing throat pain.What's next?Emergency services have launched an investigation into the incident.abc.net.au/news/at-least-20-injured-at-japanese-shopping-centre/106720472Link copiedShareShare articleMore than 20 people have been injured at a luxury shopping complex in central…
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