Key Facts
• July 3: A 65-year-old unemployed man arrested for drunk driving in Joetsu, Niigata.
• Incident occurred around 2:00 PM near his home on a city road.
• The man crashed his light vehicle into a house in a single-car accident.
• A witness called emergency services (110) after observing the crash.
• Police detected alcohol levels exceeding legal limits in the man’s system.
• The man admitted to drunk driving during police questioning.
• Authorities are investigating the circumstances of the incident.
Summary
A 65-year-old unemployed man from Joetsu, Niigata, was arrested on July 4 for drunk driving after crashing his light vehicle into a house the previous day. The incident occurred around 2:00 PM near his residence. A witness reported the crash to emergency services, prompting police to investigate. Tests revealed the man’s alcohol levels exceeded legal limits, and he admitted to the offense. Authorities are continuing to examine the details of the case.
