「選手も責任を果たす」　西武の再出発、気迫溢れるプレーで1点に執着 [埼玉西武ライオンズ]：朝日新聞デジタル

In a heart-wrenching turn of events, the families of the victims of the Ikebukuro hit-and-run accident finally found closure after meeting with the perpetrator, Yasumasa Iizuka, 92 years old. The meeting, which took place five years after the tragic incident, allowed the families to hear the only words Iizuka had to offer.

Takuya Matsunaga, a representative of the victims’ families, expressed his feelings after the meeting, stating that he could now move forward with his life. The private meeting lasted for nearly 50 minutes, after which Matsunaga shared his thoughts with the press.

The Ikebukuro hit-and-run incident, which occurred five years ago, left a scar on the families of the victims. However, the opportunity to meet with Iizuka provided them with a sense of closure and a chance to move on from the tragedy.

The emotional meeting shed light on the impact of the accident on both the victims’ families and the perpetrator. It served as a reminder of the importance of forgiveness and healing in the face of such devastating events.

As the families of the victims look towards the future, this meeting with Iizuka marks a significant step in their journey towards healing and closure. The words spoken during this meeting may have provided some solace and comfort to those affected by the tragedy.