Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida today accused Japanese police of inadequate security measures for former Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, leading to his death during a campaign rally where he was shot and died of his wounds. , reported the Associated Press, quoted by BTA.

Abe, one of Japan's most powerful politicians, was assassinated last Friday in western Japan.

This killing shocked the state, famous for its low crime rate.

Photos and video footage of Abe's shooting showed how close the killer was before opening fire on him.

The assailant was arrested at the scene.

According to police reports and media reports during interrogations, the attacker said his motive for killing the former prime minister was rumors of his alleged association with a religious group he hated.

Abe's killer initially planned another assassination attempt

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