An 85-year-old man, Masaru Hamasaki, was arrested on October 29 for attempted murder after attacking a 65-year-old stranger with a knife on a street in Fukuoka City’s Chuo Ward. The incident occurred around 6 a.m. in Baikoen, where Hamasaki allegedly assaulted the passerby with three knives, causing minor injuries. The victim dodged an initial stab but fell and was cut while on the ground. A police officer jogging nearby intervened and stopped the attack while calling for backup. Hamasaki has admitted to the charges, and police are investigating his motive and mental condition. Source: KBC
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