In April, popular Japanese actress Ryoko Hirosue was involved in a car accident which hasn't been resolved quite as smoothly as she may have hoped. Following investigations of the incident, the authorities have decided to send her documents to the prosecutor’s office, implying likely charges. The specifics of the accident remain under wraps and it remains unclear what potential repercussions Hirosue may face.

In Japan, traffic offenses are often taken very seriously, more so when a celebrity is involved. The public tends to closely follow such developments to gauge accountability of renowned personalities. Moreover, the decision to send documents to the prosecutor's office for a traffic violation implies an escalated severity in the situation.

In comparison, celebrities in the US or EU may also face stern legal consequences for traffic violations, though media coverage may vary. Similar to Japan, such incidents tend to put the celebrity figure under public scrutiny. In many cases, the subsequent legal proceedings are also carefully monitored by news media and fans alike.