Key Facts
• July 26, 4:30 PM: Incident reported near a residence in Imari, Saga.
• 40-year-old Maiko Mukumoto found dead at the scene.
• 70-year-old mother injured, transported to hospital via medical helicopter.
• Suspect: Male, approximately 20s, foreign appearance, short black hair.
• Suspect wore black short-sleeve T-shirt, brown pants, and a mask.
• Suspect demanded money before attacking with a knife.
• Police suspect robbery-murder; no stolen items confirmed yet.
• Investigation ongoing; Imari Police Station established a task force.
Summary
A robbery-murder occurred in Imari, Saga, on July 26, leaving 40-year-old Maiko Mukumoto dead and her 70-year-old mother injured. The suspect, described as a man in his 20s with a foreign appearance, attacked the victims after demanding money. He fled the scene armed with a knife. Police have launched an investigation, treating the case as a robbery-murder, and are searching for the suspect. The mother, though injured, is in stable condition. Authorities are also determining if any items were stolen.
