08 May 2019 | 03:15 AM UTC
Japan: Vehicle hits multiple people in Otsu May 8
A car hit at least 13 school children in Otsu (Shiga prefecture) on May 8; a police investigation is underway and traffic disruptions are ongoing in the area
Event
A vehicle ran into a group of school children in Otsu (Shiga prefecture) at approximately 10:15 (local time) on Wednesday, May 8. The incident occurred on the south side of the Omi Bridge by Lake Biwa. According to local police and fire officials, at least 13 children have been taken to the hospital. A police investigation into the incident is ongoing and it is unclear if the driver intentionally drove into the children. Localized traffic disruptions are anticipated in the area in the coming hours.
Advice
Individuals in Otsu are advised to monitor developments to the situation, avoid the area of the incident, and obey all instructions issued by the local authorities.
