Former Employees at The Factory Mazda Ballistic

A former employee of Mazda, Toshiaki Hikiji (42 years), a suspect in a brutal crash at the factory Mazda Minami Ward, Hiroshima, yesterday (22 / 6). Hikiji, now, was arrested by local police.

Hikiji enter from the east gate and then plow eleven Mazda factory employees who were there by using a driving Mazda Familia. The result, one person was killed and 10 others were injured. This incident took place at 7:35 pm local time. Local police acted immediately and arrested Hikiji held one hour after the incident.Mazda Hikiji an ex employee who was fired last April. This incident allegedly caused by her frustration over the layoffs.

Hikiji began working at Mazda on March 25, 2010 with a six-month contract status. On 1 April 2010, he was assigned to take care of Ujina factory bumper. However, after only eight days off work, she was laid off on April 14, 2010.

The management of Mazda express regret and deep sorrow to the victims and their families.