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Shinzo Abe, former Japanese leader, dies

 

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July 8, 4:58 a.m. EDT

 

Shinzo Abe, former Japanese leader, dies after being shot at a campaign event, according to public broadcaster NHK

The 67-year-old was attacked by a gunman from behind while making a speech in Nara, ahead of upper house elections this weekend. There were two gunshots, which hit Abe in the neck and chest, and the suspect was arrested on-site on charges of attempted murder. The suspect, a former member of the Japanese Navy, told investigators he had a grudge against Abe and shot to kill.

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