BINTULU, 29 May 2025 – A tragic road accident claimed the life of an Indonesian man while another was left seriously injured near the Nyalau Bridge on Jalan Pesisir Bintulu-Miri this afternoon.
The incident, which occurred around 2pm, involved a Toyota Hilux four-wheel drive and was responded to swiftly by the Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM). A team from the Samalaju Fire and Rescue Station (BBP) was dispatched after an emergency call was received at 1.59pm.
According to a JBPM spokesperson, two Indonesian men were involved in the crash. One of the victims was found trapped inside the driver’s seat of the vehicle, unconscious. The second victim had been thrown out of the Hilux and suffered severe head injuries upon impact.
Firefighters immediately carried out rescue operations, removing the trapped victim and assisting the other injured man. The injured victim was given initial treatment at the scene before being transported by ambulance to Bintulu Hospital for further medical care.
Sadly, the driver was confirmed dead at the scene by personnel from the Ministry of Health (MOH). His body was later handed over to the Batu Niah Police for further investigation and procedures.
The rescue operation ended at 4.04pm after the team ensured the area was completely safe for other road users. The cause of the accident is still under investigation.
This incident serves as another grim reminder of the importance of road safety, especially along rural and coastal highways in Sarawak, where vehicle control and visibility can be challenging.
Authorities urge all drivers, especially those operating heavy or off-road vehicles, to drive carefully and adhere to traffic rules to prevent future tragedies.
