Rapid Rail expresses regret over death of passenger
KUALA LUMPUR: Rapid Rail Sdn Bhd has expressed deep regret over the death of a Taiwanese passenger who fell onto the tracks at the Pusat Bandar Puchong LRT station earlier this evening.
In a statement, it said it is fully cooperating with authorities and is coordinating with the embassy to support the victim's next of kin.
Train services at Bandar Puteri, Taman Perindustrian Puchong, Pusat Bandar Puchong and IOI Puchong Jaya resumed at 8.52pm, it said.
Shuttle buses and alternative transport services arranged during the disruption have been discontinued.
"We apologise for the inconvenience and delays caused to passengers and appreciate the public's patience and cooperation during this emergency," the operator said, adding that passenger safety remains its top priority.
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