A former student in Japan has reportedly lost sight in their right eye due to being struck by a police baton. This incident has reignited previous defamation cases against the individual. Details of when and where this happened haven't been disclosed but it is causing an uproar given the severity of the injury and the bigger implications on the police force's handling of similar cases.

In Japan, excessive use of force by authority figures such as police is heavily frowned upon and often leads to public outcry, especially when it involves students. The loss of sight in one eye is perceived as a severe life-altering injury and can lead to the victim receiving plenty of empathy and support from the public. Legally, cases of defamation are taken seriously, and may lead to legal action against those who incite it.

In comparison to the US or EU, Japan has a lower rate of reported police brutality cases, making this incident more shocking to the public. In the US and EU, such cases often lead to widespread protests calling for police reform and measures to address the situation.