Key takeaways:
- An 18-year-old army trainee opened fire at a firing range in Gifu prefecture, central Japan, killing two soldiers and wounding a third.
- The suspect was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder at the scene.
- This incident has sparked outrage in Japan, as it is the first time in recent years that a soldier has opened fire on fellow soldiers.
On Wednesday, a tragic incident occurred at a Japanese army base in Gifu prefecture, central Japan. An 18-year-old army trainee opened fire at a firing range, shooting three fellow soldiers. Two of the soldiers were killed in the attack.
The shooting took place at the Hino Kihon firing range during a shooting exercise. The suspect was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder at the scene. A number of other people were believed to be participating in the training when the shooting occurred, but details are still under investigation.
Among the three wounded is a 25-year-old soldier, according to police. The suspect’s identity and motive for the attack are still unknown.
The Japanese army has launched an investigation into the incident. The army official, who spoke on condition of anonymity, said that the incident is being taken very seriously.
This incident has sparked outrage in Japan, as it is the first time in recent years that a soldier has opened fire on fellow soldiers. It is unclear what measures the Japanese army will take to ensure the safety of its soldiers in the future.
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