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Japan Gunma drunk driving tragedy
Appeals court upholds 20-year sentence
In short
In May 2024, a drunk-driving truck in Gunma Prefecture, Japan killed three family members.
On the 5th, the Tokyo High Court sentenced the defendant to 20 years in prison, same as the first trial.
The defendant's appeal was rejected, with blood alcohol concentration as the key basis for the ruling.
Key facts
| When | The accident occurred on June 5, 2024 on a national highway in Isesaki City, Gunma Prefecture, Japan. |
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| Who | Former truck driver Suzuki Goro (72) stood trial in the appeals court. |
| What happened | The defendant's truck crossed the center divider, killing three family members and injuring one. |
| How | On the 5th, the Tokyo High Court sentenced the defendant to 20 years in prison, same as the first trial, and dismissed the appeal. |
What it means for me
As a Japanese drunk driving punishment case, it can serve as reference for domestic drunk driving sentencing discussions.
