A Japanese streamer, Ai Mogami, was fatally stabbed while livestreaming in Tokyo on March 11, 2025. The incident occurred in Shinjuku at approximately 9:50 am JST, during a broadcast that attracted over 6,000 viewers on the platform WhoWatch.
- Japanese streamer Ai Mogami stabbed during livestream
- Attack occurred in Shinjuku, Tokyo
- Alleged attacker claimed to be a "hater"
- Mogami pronounced dead at the hospital
- Suspect sought refund for donations made
- Previous livestream stabbings reported in Asia
Mogami was walking through the streets of Shinjuku when she began screaming for help, which was captured live on her stream. Viewers witnessed a man, later identified as her attacker, appear on screen covered in blood and brandishing a knife. The suspect reportedly expressed a desire for a refund, suggesting he may have been a disgruntled viewer who had previously donated money to her streams.
Witnesses described the chaotic scene, with one individual stating they heard a woman screaming and saw police apprehending a man outside. Upon arrival, authorities arrested the suspect, a middle-aged man who claimed to know Mogami. Reports indicate that she suffered multiple stab wounds to her head, neck, and abdomen, and was found unconscious before being rushed to the hospital, where she was pronounced dead.
As the investigation continues, police are reviewing the final moments of Mogami’s livestream for evidence. This incident is not isolated; previous livestream stabbings have occurred, including a 2024 case in South Korea and a 2023 attack in China, highlighting the dangers faced by online content creators.
The tragic death of Ai Mogami during her livestream underscores the vulnerabilities that can arise in the digital age, particularly for those who engage with audiences in real-time. The investigation into this incident aims to uncover the motives behind the attack and ensure justice for Mogami.
