Japan PM blames police for death of former leader Shinzo Abe

TOKYO, 15 July 2022, (TON): Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida blamed “inadequate police protection for the death of former leader Shinzo Abe, who was shot while giving an outdoor campaign speech.”

Abe, one of Japan’s most influential politicians, was assassinated in western Japan, shocking a nation known for its low crime rate.

Photos and videos of the shooting show the gunman was able to come close to Abe.

Kishida said “officials at the National Public Safety Commission and National Police Agency are investigating what went wrong and will come up with measures.”

He said “I urge them to fix what needs to be fixed, while also studying examples in other countries.”

Kishida also announced plans to hold a state funeral for Abe later this year, noting his contributions at home and in boosting Japan’s security alliance with the United States.

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