22 Traffic Deaths in Gunma in First Half of Year.

Breaking news "Gunma Prefecture."
By AI from "Isesaki FM."

A summary by the Gunma Prefectural Police has revealed that 22 people died in traffic accidents in the prefecture between January and June of this year.

According to the Traffic Planning Division, of the 22 fatal accidents, seven were cases of obstructing pedestrians crossing the street. This was followed by four cases of distracted driving and three cases of violating traffic lanes by crossing into oncoming traffic. As more than half of the fatal accidents occurred at night, the Traffic Planning Division is urging drivers to "turn on their headlights early and use high beams." They also urge, "It's important for drivers, cyclists, and pedestrians alike to follow traffic rules."