Key Facts
• At 5:30 AM, two 14-year-old twins were hit by a car in Chiba.
• Incident occurred at a crosswalk in Chuo Ward during a dog walk.
• The car, described as dark-colored, fled the scene after the accident.
• Male student suffered a fractured right leg; female student had knee abrasions.
• Witnesses reported the car ran a red light before hitting the students.
• Approximately two hours later, a man believed to be the driver surrendered.
• Police are investigating the circumstances and questioning the man.
Summary
In Chiba City’s Chuo Ward, two 14-year-old twins were struck by a dark-colored car while crossing a crosswalk during a morning dog walk. The male student sustained a serious leg fracture, while the female student suffered minor knee injuries. Witnesses stated the car ran a red light before fleeing the scene. About two hours later, a man, suspected to be the driver, turned himself in to the police, admitting involvement in the accident. Authorities are investigating the incident as a hit-and-run and are questioning the man to determine the full details.
