Slasher attacks Japan pop girl group AKB48 at fan event
Updated: 2014-05-26 16:00
(Agencies)
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The group, known for its perky routines, was shaking hands with fans at a meet-and-greet function on Sunday, when the man attacked them with a weapon described variously as a 50-cm (20-inch)-long saw or a hatchet, Japanese media said.
"This sort of thing is unimaginable," one fan told Japanese television. "I'm in shock."
Group members Rina Kawaei,19, and Anna Iriyama, 18, received emergency surgery for cut and broken fingers, with Iriyama also suffering cuts to the face, media said.
"The surgery ended successfully and their condition is stable," their manager said. "They should be able to leave hospital tomorrow."
A male staff member received cuts to his hand.
Police arrested a 24-year-old high school dropout for attempted murder after the event, in the northeastern city of Takizawa, was interrupted by screams of "Stop!" and "No!"
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