44-year-old Suspect Arrested in Tokyo Fussa Hammer Attack

A 44-year-old suspect has been arrested by the Metropolitan Police Department for the attempted murder of a high school student in Fussa, Tokyo, who was attacked with a hammer. The suspect denies the charges.

Fri May 01 2026

Suspect Arrested and Denies Charges

In connection with an incident on April 29 where a male high school student was assaulted with a hammer-like object in Fussa, Tokyo, the Metropolitan Police Department located and arrested a 44-year-old suspect who had been on the run. The arrest took place in Narashino City, Chiba Prefecture. The suspect is charged with attempted murder against one high school student. However, during questioning, the suspect reportedly denied the allegations, stating, "I had no intention of killing."

Incident Details and Investigation Progress

The incident occurred on April 29 in Fussa, Tokyo, where a high school student was reportedly attacked with a tool resembling a hammer. Following the incident, the police had been tracking the suspect and successfully apprehended him in Narashino City, Chiba Prefecture. The Metropolitan Police Department is currently investigating the exact circumstances of the incident and the motive behind the crime, based on the suspect's statements and evidence from the scene.

*Source: NHK World-Japan (2026-05-01)*

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