社会｜別府ひき逃げ事件と男性の決意 / Society | The Beppu Hit-and-Run Incident and a Man’s Resolve

Summary

Three years have passed since the hit-and-run incident in Beppu City.

A 23-year-old man who encountered the suspect, Yoichi Hatta, has vowed to reflect on his own life and live in a way that is not embarrassing to the deceased, as he is the only one able to provide testimony about the incident. Recently, the police have added charges of murder and attempted murder to the existing traffic violations, and the case has taken a new turn, with over 10,000 tips submitted regarding the suspect.

Dialogue

This dialogue is fictional and based on the article.

Chako: Hey, Log, this hit-and-run case is really sad, isn’t it…?
Log: It really is, Chako. Especially the determination of that 23-year-old man—it’s quite striking. It seems like he’s reflecting on his life.
Chako: Yeah, he said he wants to “live a life without shame.” I think that takes a lot of courage!
Navi: That statement shows how much he values his feelings towards the deceased. It suggests a strong emotional connection.
Log: True, and since he’s the only one who can testify, he probably feels a sense of responsibility as well. I’m curious about how the case will progress.
Chako: I heard the police have added murder charges—what does that mean?
Navi: It indicates that the seriousness of the case has increased. The rise in information being provided about the suspect is likely a result of this.

Admin’s Note

This hit-and-run incident has had a profound impact on the victim’s family and those around them. The determination shown by the 23-year-old man likely prompted him to reflect on his own life, transcending his role as just a witness. As the case unfolds, we too should consider the significance of continuing to think of our loved ones, just as he does. We hope that such incidents never happen again.