Tokyo shoppers sickened near luxury mall after suspect sprays unknown substance
More than 20 people experienced sore throats in Tokyo's Ginza shopping area after an unknown substance was sprayed. The Tokyo Fire Department reported that 26 individuals felt unwell, with most being taken to the hospital for mild symptoms. An investigation is ongoing, and traces of pepper spray have been detected at the scene.
- ▪26 people complained of throat pain near the Ginza Six shopping complex.
- ▪Most of the affected individuals were taken to the hospital, but their symptoms were mild.
- ▪Police have detected traces of pepper spray on the wall, prompting an investigation.
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TOKYO — More than 20 people developed sore throats near a luxury department store in Tokyo’s posh Ginza shopping area on Monday after a person allegedly sprayed an unknown substance, Japanese fire department officials said. The Tokyo Fire Department said 26 people complained of suddenly developing throat pain and felt unwell near the Ginza Six shopping complex, and all but one of them were taken to a hospital. Their symptoms were believed to be mild, officials said. Fire department and police officials said an investigation was underway. The largest-circulation Yomiuri newspaper said police have detected traces of pepper spray on the wall. Dozens of fire engines and ambulances were parked outside the complex, and the surrounding roads were temporarily closed.
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