Possible death sentence anticipated in Japan anime arson trial.

Japanese man Shinji Aoba faces a possible death sentence after admitting to starting a 2019 anime studio fire that killed 36 people. The attack, which shocked the film and TV industry, involved young staff and injured over 30 others. Aoba has admitted to the crime, but his lawyers have entered a plea of not guilty due to mental illness.

14 months ago
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