WATCH: Video shows the moment gun went off at Shinzo Abe

A 42-year-old male was quickly detained as Abe was rushed to hospital.

In Summary

• A 42-year-old male was quickly detained as Abe was rushed to hospital.

Live Broadcast of Shinzo Abe giving a campaign speech shows the exact moment the shooter attempted assassination.

A 42-year-old male was quickly detained as Abe was rushed to hospital, now reportedly showing now vital signs.

Abe, Japan's longest serving former prime minister, was often described as a 'right-wing nationalist' by political commentators.

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