Key Facts
• On September 14, a bear collided with a car in Aga Town, Niigata.
• Incident occurred on National Route 49 near Tsugawa at around 5:00 PM.
• A woman in her 40s was driving a compact car when a 1.2-meter bear emerged from bushes.
• The bear struck the front of the vehicle; the driver was unharmed.
• The bear’s whereabouts remain unknown, prompting police to issue safety warnings.
• Nearby area includes commercial facilities and residential homes.
Summary
A bear and a compact car collided on September 14 in Aga Town, Niigata Prefecture, along National Route 49. The incident occurred around 5:00 PM when a 40-year-old woman was driving, and a 1.2-meter bear suddenly emerged from nearby bushes, striking the front of her vehicle. Fortunately, the driver was unharmed. The bear’s location remains unknown, and police have urged caution, especially as the area includes commercial and residential zones. Authorities continue to monitor the situation to ensure public safety.
