An unidentified body spotted on a high-speed Japanese highway appears to have been struck by several vehicles. Authorities are underway with their investigations, trying to piece together the events that led to the grim discovery and to identify the victim. The incident, which brought traffic to a halt while officers secured the scene, is now prompting conversations about public safety on Japanese highways.

In Japan, highway safety is taken very seriously. Incidents like this one are not common and are generally met with much public concern. The investigation into such matters is typically exhaustive and thorough, given that there's a high respect for life and for the rule of law. Also, this might fuel the ongoing discussions about traffic rules and driver attentiveness.

Similar incidents in the US or EU are met with equal gravity and thorough investigation. Depending on the jurisdiction, charges can range from vehicular manslaughter to hit-and-run if drivers involved did not stop at the scene. The concept of "duty of care," where drivers must look out for hazards to prevent accidents, is also common in US and EU law.