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Former Japanese PM Shinzo Feared Dead After Assassination Attempt

Former Japanese PM Shinzo Feared Dead After Assassination Attempt
Former Japanese PM Shinzo Feared Dead After Assassination Attempt

Update (2317ET): Accroding to Kyodo news, former Japanese Prime Minister Abe is reportedly showing no signs of life and has suffered from cardiac arrest after being taken to the hospital, according to police and fire officials.

 

The 67-year-old was shot from approximately 3 meters (10 feet) away. The suspect, 41-year-old Yamagami Tatsuya, reportedly stayed on the scene until his arrest on an attempted murder charge.

Nikkei 225 futures erased gains following news of Abe’s collapse, while the yen gained with US Treasuries.

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