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Japan Rubber Factory Attack Leaves 14 Injured After Knife Stabbing And Unknown Liquid Spray
International
Published on 24 April 2026

Police are investigating a mysterious liquid after stabbing
A mass stabbing at a rubber factory in Japan left at least 14 people injured, with victims rushed to hospital after being attacked with a knife. Local reports say the assailant also sprayed an unknown liquid on the premises, prompting intensified police investigation into what was used and whether it played a role in the attack. Authorities have not released the attacker’s motive.
- 14 people were injured in a knife attack at a Japanese rubber factory
- Reports say the attacker sprayed an unknown liquid at the scene
- Victims were hospitalized as police launched an active investigation
- No motive or identity details were confirmed in early reports
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