TOKYO: Three people died in an incident in which a man fired a hunting gun Thursday afternoon in the city of Nakano, Nagano Prefecture, central Japan.
The suspect also possibly has a knife, according to media reports. Four people, including the woman and two police officers, were injured, and the woman, who is also believed to have been stabbed, was confirmed dead after being taken to hospital, according to local police.
The man has barricaded himself in a private house in the Ebe area. According to neighborhood residents, he is a farmer in his 30s and lives in the house.
It is unknown if there are any hostages. The individual was dressed in camouflage clothes, sunglasses and masks. Police are urging people in the area to stay indoors.
