In an unfortunate incident in Thailand, a vehicle being operated by an 11-year-old boy ran amok, resulting in the death of nine people. The details of how the minor came into the possession of the vehicle are not yet known. The incident, which has sparked outrage and concerns about public safety, is currently under investigation by local authorities.

Japanese society places a high emphasis on public safety, and any news of tragic incidents due to negligence or a lack of safety consciousness will likely cause concern. Underage driving is strictly forbidden, and this incident, happening so close in a geographical context, will reignite discussions about reinforcing safety measures and regulations.

In contrast to the US and the EU where the legal driving age is 16-18, it's 18 in Japan. Cases of underage driving leading to fatal incidents are dealt with severely both legally and socially. Where communicating underage driving is seen as a serious societal problem in Japan, western countries may view it more as a legal and safety issue.