Japan factory attack: 15 injured in stabbing, chemical assault; ex-employee arrested

Dec 27, 2025 - 10:00
Japan factory attack: 15 injured in stabbing, chemical assault; ex-employee arrested
A man was arrested after stabbing eight people and injuring seven others with a suspected bleach attack at a Yokohama Rubber Co factory in central Japan. The incident occurred in Mishima city, Shizuoka prefecture, with five stabbed victims in serious condition. Authorities are investigating the motive of the 38-year-old suspect, believed to be a former employee.