BBC News – World ·world ·2 hours ago

Man sprays capsaicin irritant at Tokyo mall, hospitalizes 19 people

At least 19 people were hospitalized after a man sprayed an irritant substance at an ATM in Tokyo's Ginza 6 shopping centre Monday. Police identified the substance as likely containing capsaicin, found in chilli peppers. Victims reported burning throats and itchy sensations. The suspect remains at large, and authorities cordoned off the area with hazmat-suited officials evacuating shoppers.

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