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Suspect may have blocked clinic exit during fire NHK

NHK has learned that a man suspected of starting a deadly fire at a clinic in Osaka City, western Japan, appears to have blocked its exit to stop people from escaping.

Police say Tanimoto Morio is suspected of setting fire to the clinic on the fourth floor of an eight-story building on Friday. Twenty-four people were killed.

Police say they are investigating the 61-year-old man on suspicion of arson and murder, but have yet to seek an arrest warrant as he remains in serious condition at a hospital.

Investigators say security camera footage shows the man placing a paper bag on the floor of the clinic before kicking it over. The liquid that leaked from the bag then catches fire.

Investigators add the video also shows the man standing at the exit with his arms stretched out after the fire started.
Summary
Man suspected of setting deadly fire in Osaka clinic, blocking exit; 61-year-old Tanimoto Morio accused of arson and murder. Police investigate after 24 deaths on Friday. Security camera footage shows suspect placing a paper bag containing flammable liquid, then kicking it over to start the fire.
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ID: 61bef6b5-80e4-4804-8a59-704c35ed5dbd

Category ID: nhk

URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20211219_11/

Date: Dec. 19, 2021

Created: 2021/12/19 18:09

Updated: 2025/12/09 18:26

Last Read: 2022/01/10 21:58