KUCHING (Jan 25): A 59-year-old man lost his life in a fatal single-vehicle accident at Lorong Juara 1 in Taman Sukma early this morning.
According to Kuching district police chief ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah, the tragic incident occurred at approximately 7am. The driver, who was the sole occupant of the vehicle, reportedly lost control and veered off the road while driving towards Jalan Pending.
“Paramedics from Sarawak General Hospital confirmed the man’s death at the scene,” said Mohd Farhan in a statement. The case is currently being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which pertains to causing death by reckless or dangerous driving.
Authorities have not disclosed further details about the victim’s identity, pending notification of the family. Police are urging witnesses or anyone with information regarding the accident to assist in their investigation.
If you have any information, you can contact Traffic Investigation Officer Inspector Saundri Govinda Rajoo at 011-27549620 or 082-259900, or visit the nearest police station.
The authorities also reminded road users to exercise caution, especially during early morning hours when road conditions may be more challenging.
This unfortunate incident serves as a somber reminder of the importance of road safety to prevent such tragedies.
