A tragic chain accident involving 4 trucks and 3 cars on the Shuto Highway in Toda, Japan, resulted in 3 fatalities and 2 injuries. The collision, occurring at approximately 07:30 local time, led to fires in 3 cars and 1 truck. Emergency responders swiftly contained the flames, but 3 individuals lost their lives, and 2 were injured. Authorities detained a driver suspected of causing the crash. The highway was temporarily closed for investigation, causing significant traffic congestion.