South Korean Student Arrested After Hammer Attack Injures Eight at Tokyo University

The 22-year-old sociology student reportedly acted out of frustration over alleged bullying, leaving classmates with minor injuries.

A 22-year-old South Korean sociology student was arrested on suspicion of assault after a hammer attack at Hosei University in Tokyo's western suburbs.
The attack occurred during a classroom session with approximately 150 students present, leaving eight individuals with minor injuries; none required hospitalization.
Witnesses described the attacker as swinging the hammer aimlessly, hitting students seated in the back row, with no apparent specific targets.
The suspect reportedly told investigators that she acted out of frustration after being ignored and bullied by classmates, though police have not confirmed whether the attack was premeditated.
Hosei University has pledged to cooperate with the investigation and enhance campus safety measures following the incident.