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The original was posted on /r/japantravel by /u/RidwaanT on 2024-05-04 22:20:18.

Arrested for Car accident in Tokyo

I have a few friends travelling in Japan and I just got the call that they had a “minor” accident where a motorcyclist was hit off the bike but seemed to be fine enough to walk.

The police detained all of them for questioning but is holding the driver for 48 hours until they meet a prosecutor. I can’t find any similar cases online so I’m coming here to ask, aside from contacting the consulate what can I do from outside his cell to help? They also said he wouldn’t be allowed visitation.

Lastly what are the chances of being released after the 48 hours?