Police in Fukuoka City arrested a 42-year-old man on suspicion of robbery resulting in injury after a shoplifting incident escalated. The suspect allegedly stole a pack of butter from a convenience store in Chuo Ward on April 2 and struck the store manager when confronted before fleeing. Officers, responding to a report from a store employee, located and detained the man nearby. He admitted to the theft but denied intent to use violence, stating he only tried to break free. No injuries were reported. Items including the stolen butter and personal belongings were recovered outside the store. Police are investigating the motive and circumstances. Source: KBC News / FNN News
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