Shibuya Truck Accident Leaves Boy Unconscious

On a tragic day in Shibuya, Tokyo, a young boy, likely in elementary school, was hit by a truck, immediately leading to grave concerns about road safety in the area. The incident occurred yesterday before 5 PM in Motoyoyogi-cho as the boy became trapped under the truck's tire, prompting an urgent response from local authorities. First responders quickly transported the boy to a nearby hospital, yet he remains unconscious following the accident. The scene of the accident was a straight, one-lane road, prompting the Tokyo Metropolitan Police to arrest the truck driver on the spot for questioning. This incident highlights the critical need for enhanced traffic safety measures, particularly near school zones, to prevent such accidents from reoccurring and to ensure the wellbeing of young pedestrians. Both the community and authorities are left grappling with the implications of such incidents, emphasizing the importance of vigilance and care when driving in populous areas.