Police in Ibaraki Prefecture have arrested a 58-year-old truck driver on suspicion of hit-and-run following a fatal accident that occurred on a prefectural road in Hitachinaka City. The incident, which took place on May 2, resulted in the death of a 30-year-old man.
Authorities confirmed that the victim was struck by a vehicle and later died from his injuries. The driver, whose name has not been released, was taken into custody after an investigation linked him to the scene. Police are continuing to probe the circumstances surrounding the crash.
The arrest comes as local authorities work to address road safety concerns in the area.