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Knife-Wielding Man Arrested Outside U.S. Embassy in Tokyo Ahead of Trump Visit

Police say the suspect offered no remarks about the U.S. or Trump during questioning.

Overview

  • Police detained a man in his 30s around 2:30 p.m. local time after he allegedly pointed a kitchen knife at riot officers across from the embassy.
  • One officer sustained a heel wound during the arrest and was hospitalized, authorities said.
  • Investigators have not identified a motive and report the suspect has not commented on the U.S. or President Trump.
  • The area was secured with a cordon as Tokyo police conducted an on-site investigation.
  • Up to 18,000 officers have been mobilized for Trump's Oct. 27–29 visit, during which he is scheduled to meet Emperor Naruhito and Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi.