Drifter arrested for hit-and-run accident

Naha Police arrested a 62-year-old unemployed man without a fixed address, Thursday, on suspicion of hit-and-run.

According to police, the suspect drove a car that hit a 45-year-old male care worker from Naha City driving his motorcycle, on a street in Yosemiya, Naha City, on Aug. 6th, and drove away from the site of the accident.

When questioned, the suspect reportedly said, “I know I hit something but I did not think it was a motorcycle.” He denies the charges.

04:36 15 Dec , 2024