was set on fire by an Arsonist yesterday. The fire reportedly broke out around
10:30 AM local time on Thursday. Reports on the incident by NHK has informed us that
the suspected arsonist was a 41-year-old male who was witnessed spraying the building with
flammable liquid. The suspect has been apprehended and we are awaiting updates
from the Japanese authorities.
The fire took the fire brigade 30 fire engines and almost 5 hours to
extinguish. The attack caused the deaths of 33 people while 36 people were hurt.
17 people were seriously injured while 16 have been hospitalised.
The suspect himself was found with serious burns on his body and is
currently being treated in the hospital. Motives of the attack is unknown and
reports have claimed that the man has never been employed by the company. Investigations
are underway.
Lucky Star! Media copyright of Kyoto Animation.
Kyoukai no Kanata. Media copyright of Kyoto Animation.
Kyoto Animation was formed in 1981 and is responsible for a long list of highly acclaimed anime series such as The Melancholy of Haruhi
Suzumiya, Free!, Lucky Star, K-On and Kyokai no Kanata!
Anime fans across the globe have reached out to express their concern
and assistance in eagerness. American Licensing Company – Sentai Filmworks have
also set up a GoFundMe page to support the studio in light of the tragedy. The outpour
of donations from fans around world has allowed the fundraiser to exceed its
goal of $750,000 by nearly double within a day.
This is a horrible tragedy and I believe many would agree with me that
it is absolutely disgusting that anyone would target a company in such a
vindictive manner. Taking the lives of so many innocent people is always wrong
regardless of the reason.
miniscule part in cheering on these film professionals who have brought us so much enjoyment
with their dedication and hard work.
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