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Man Arrested for Arson Attempt at Tokyo's Shibuya Scramble Crossing
A man in his 50s has been arrested after admitting to starting a fire at Tokyo's Shibuya Scramble Crossing. Police are investigating the incident where an individual reportedly poured liquid and set it on fire, with no injuries reported.
4 Apr, 01:42 — 4 Apr, 12:02
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Man arrested after allegedly starting fire in Tokyo’s Shibuya Scramble Crossing - The Straits Times
Man arrested after allegedly starting fire in Tokyo’s Shibuya Scramble Crossing The Straits Times
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Man arrested after admitting to starting fire at Tokyo's Shibuya crossing
The suspect, who is in his 50s and from Nagoya, turned himself in at a nearby police station at around 9 p.m. Friday, about 20 minutes after the incident.
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Man arrested after allegedly starting fire in Tokyo’s famous Shibuya scramble crossing - The Star
Man arrested after allegedly starting fire in Tokyo’s famous Shibuya scramble crossing The Star
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First report: NHK World · 3 Apr, 12:36|Full coverage: 4 · 23h|Window: 23h
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