Japanese girl's suicide puts 10 in hospital

A 14-year-old Japanese girl killed herself by mixing soap powder with cleanser, releasing fumes that also made 90 people in her block of flats ill, police said today, as they grappled with a spate of similar suicides.

Japanese girl's suicide puts 10 in hospital

A 14-year-old Japanese girl killed herself by mixing soap powder with cleanser, releasing fumes that also made 90 people in her block of flats ill, police said today, as they grappled with a spate of similar suicides.

None of the sick neighbours in Konan, southern Japan, was severely injured, although about 10 were hospitalised, authorities said.

Already a subscriber? Sign in

You have reached your article limit.

Unlimited access. Half the price.

Annual €120 €60

Best value

Monthly €10€5 / month

More in this section

Cookie Policy Privacy Policy Brand Safety FAQ Help Contact Us Terms and Conditions

© Examiner Echo Group Limited