Japanese Cadet Kills Two Instructors at Firing Range
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A new recruit at a military training range in central Japan opened fire on instructors during a shooting drill, killing two soldiers and injuring another. The 18-year-old suspect was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder. The shooting occurred during a live-fire training for new members and potential candidates. Gun violence is rare in Japan, which has strict gun ownership rules, and only allows civilians to own hunting rifles and airguns.
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