In a heartrending incident, an 81-year-old school route guide was fatally struck in a hit-and-run case in Japan. The incident occurred while the elderly guide was assisting children on their route to school. The suspect has been arrested following the incident, but the identity has not been revealed. The community mourns the loss of the familiar figure, and the case has sparked a discussion around pedestrian safety in the country.

In Japan, the issue of child safety on their way to and from school is taken very seriously, with guides often deployed to ensure it. The death of one of these guides, especially involving a hit-and-run, is shocking to the community. It brings into question road safety measures and human values, inciting a broader discussion on whether enough is being done to protect not only children but also elderly individuals performing such vital roles in society.

In contrast, the US and EU have their own share of road safety issues involving pedestrians, but the deployment of elderly individuals as school route guides isn't as common. Instead, school buses, crossing guards, and parent volunteers are more prevalent. The incident in Japan might trigger discussions about pedestrian safety and revising protocols to protect such vulnerable individuals in these regions as well.