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Police are continuing their on-site inspection at a house in Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture, where a mother and daughter were found dead on May 19. Multiple stab wounds were found on their upper bodies, and police are investigating the circumstances.

On-Site Inspection Continues in Hyogo Mother-Daughter Death Case

On May 20, police continued their on-site inspection at a residence in Tatsuno City, Hyogo Prefecture, where a mother in her 70s and her daughter in her 50s were found bleeding and deceased on May 19. Multiple stab wounds were discovered on the upper bodies of both victims, and police are currently investigating the detailed circumstances surrounding their deaths.

No Broken Windows, Investigation Focus

The initial inspection revealed no signs of broken window glass at the residence. This suggests a reduced likelihood of external forced entry, potentially shifting the focus of the investigation towards individuals connected to the household. Police are intensifying their efforts to clarify the cause of death and the overall situation of the incident.

*Source: NHK World-Japan (2026-05-20)*

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