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U.S. Sailor Faces Charges in Fatal Yokosuka Motorcycle Crash

12/12/2025

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On December 9, 2025, Japanese police recommended charging a U.S. sailor in Yokosuka for a fatal motorcycle collision on April 27, 2025.
The sailor allegedly drove negligently, causing the death of 47-year-old Shinji Takahashi.
If convicted, the sailor could face up to seven years in prison and a roughly $6,000 fine.
Takahashi's family filed a civil lawsuit seeking about $772,000 before charges to ensure service before the sailor leaves Japan.

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On December 9, 2025, Japanese police recommended charging a U.S. sailor in Yokosuka for a fatal motorcycle collision on April 27, 2025.
The sailor allegedly drove negligently, causing the death of 47-year-old Shinji Takahashi.
If convicted, the sailor could face up to seven years in prison and a roughly $6,000 fine.
Takahashi's family filed a civil lawsuit seeking about $772,000 before charges to ensure service before the sailor leaves Japan.