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Japan Rubber Factory Attack Leaves 14 Injured After Knife Stabbing And Unknown Liquid Spray

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

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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