earlier this week will be suspended if it fails the audit or if it is found non-compliant with safety regulations, reported. The Malaysian Institute of Road Safety has been directed to immediately conduct a thorough investigation to determine the cause of the incident, said transport minister Anthony Loke.
“This is a tragic and regrettable event that should never have occurred. Action must be taken. The land public transport agency , together with the road transport department will conduct an audit of the company. If they fail or are found non-compliant with safety measures, their license will be suspended,” Loke said.
The incident occurred on the morning of Wednesday, April 13, at the traffic light-controlled intersection of Jalan Kebun Sireh and Jalan Bukit Tengah, when the deceased, Lee Zi Rou was driving alone in her car, waiting in line. Approaching from the opposite direction, the trailer lorry turned left towards the lane adjacent to Lee, when the container detached from the trailer, landing on Lee’s car. Lee succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
Following the incident, the lorry driver has been detained for further investigation under Section 41 of the Road Transport Act 1987, said Seberang Perai Tengah district police chief ACP Helmi Aris, reportedOpen roads and closed circuits hold great allure for Mick Chan. Driving heaven to him is exercising a playful chassis on twisty paths; prizes ergonomics and involvement over gadgetry. Spent three years at a motoring newspaper and short stint with a magazine prior to joining this website.