13 Oct 2023 | 07:18 AM UTC
Japan: Police investigating reports of armed person at Sapporo Station in Hokkaido Prefecture Oct. 13
Authorities investigating reports of armed individual at Sapporo Station, Hokkaido, Japan, Oct. 13. Rail and traffic disruptions possible.
Event
Authorities are responding to reports of an individual armed with a knife at the Sapporo Station in Hokkaido Prefecture the afternoon of Oct. 13. There are no immediate reports of casualties. Police are yet to confirm the nature of the threat.
Increased security will likely continue in the area until authorities give the all-clear. Suspension of rail services and/or evacuations and localized business disruptions are possible. Officials may close nearby roads to facilitate investigations.
Advice
Exercise caution if operating near the affected area; follow all police instructions. Avoid the vicinity until officials give the all-clear. Confirm train schedules. Plan for possible localized traffic disruptions and allow additional time to reach nearby destinations.
