Sonny Chiba gets in brawl with acquaintance

Actor Shinichi Chiba (now known by the stage name JJ Sonny Chiba) got in a fight on Wednesday night with a male acquaintance. Police have taken statements from both men and are investigating the incident.

The man, 49, was at the NTV Tower plaza in Higashi-Shinbashi on Wednesday night. Chiba was at a nearby restaurant when a friend told him that the man was spreading rumors about Chiba having money problems. The actor took offense, and he confronted the man at the plaza. Chiba struck him once in the face, and also hit him on the back of the head after knocking him down. Both men reportedly suffered minor injuries.

Police are trying to determine who initiated the violence and whether either of them were drinking. Most likely, the matter will be settled out of court.

Source:
Sankei Sports