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Shinzo Abe assassination: Japanese court sentences gunman to life in prison

A Japanese court has sentenced Tetsuya Yamagami to life in prison for the assassination of former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who was shot while giving a campaign speech in Nara in July 2022. The verdict concludes a high-profile case that deeply impacted Japan and raised concerns about political security.

apan, was assassinated on July 8, 2022. He was shot while delivering a campaign speech near Yamato-Saidaiji Station in Nara City, Japan. (AP)

apan, was assassinated on July 8, 2022. He was shot while delivering a campaign speech near Yamato-Saidaiji Station in Nara City, Japan. (AP)

Credit: Shinzo Abe, the former Prime Minister of J

Key Highlights

  • Tetsuya Yamagami, 45, was sentenced to life imprisonment for killing Shinzo Abe.
  • Abe was assassinated on July 8, 2022, while delivering a campaign speech.
  • Yamagami used a homemade gun for the assassination.
  • The verdict was expected after Yamagami admitted guilt in court.
  • Shinzo Abe was Japan's longest-serving prime minister, serving until 2020.
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Sources

  1. Man Who Assassinated Former Japanese PM Shinzo Abe Gets Life Sentence
  2. Man who assassinated former Japanese leader Abe is sentenced to life in prison
  3. Shinzo Abe assassination: Japanese court sentences gunman to life in prison

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