A brief roundup of the latest major developments in Kochi Prefecture, including a business suspension imposed on a construction contractor, a fatal incident involving contact with a train on the JR Dosan Line, traffic disruptions caused by an accident at the Red Iron Bridge, an illegal fishing case, and the indictment of a former police officer on suspicion of fraud.
Kochi Prefecture ordered a construction contractor in Tosa City to suspend operations for 21 days. The specific suspension period has been set out, and measures to apply in the event of a violation are under consideration.
A man in his 20s died after coming into contact with a non-revenue train on the JR Dosan Line. The incident occurred near Azo Station in Kochi City, affecting about 1,400 people through service suspensions and other disruptions.
An accident at the Red Iron Bridge led to its closure, causing congestion on roads around Shimanto City. The traffic restriction was later lifted.
The first case of illegal bluefin tuna fishing in Kochi Prefecture was uncovered. The head of the 佐喜浜大敷組合 and others are suspected of catching tuna during a period when fishing was prohibited.
A former Kochi Prefectural Police officer was indicted on charges including bankbook alteration for allegedly defrauding ¥15 million.