Knife-Wielding Incident Raises Security Concerns Ahead of Trump's Japan Visit
A man was arrested in Tokyo for pointing a knife at police in front of the U.S. embassy, days before Donald Trump's visit. Police increased security in response, preparing for meetings between Trump, Emperor Naruhito, and Prime Minister Takaichi. Knife attacks are more common in Japan due to strict gun laws.
Japanese authorities detained a man who brandished a kitchen knife at officers outside the U.S. embassy in Tokyo, local media reported. The confrontation occurred just days before U.S. President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Japan.
A man in his thirties was apprehended by anti-riot police at around 2:30 p.m. The arrest followed when he threatened police officers with a knife, resulting in one officer sustaining a heel injury, according to the Asahi newspaper.
With Trump poised to meet Japan's Emperor Naruhito and newly elected Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi, security measures are heightened. Over 18,000 officers are being deployed for the visit, particularly sensitive following past high-profile attacks like the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe.
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