No action to make danger stretch safe: Family of victim now struggling to survive
Published on: Fri, Jul 18, 2025
By: Lorena Binisol Text Size: Ivyna (left) and the victim (right), identified as Suzila Adip from Kampung Samalang, died on the spot. Kota Kinabalu: A tragic road accident on July 7 claimed the life of Suzila Adip (40s), who was struck by a Toyota Hilux while crossing the road in front of a bank along Jalan Masak, Keningau. The incident occurred at around 6:20pm, shortly after Suzila returned to her café workplace as a cashier, having bought food nearby.
Advertisement She was crossing the street when the vehicle hit her, causing fatal injuries. Suzila died at the scene. Her untimely death had stirred public outcry. Ivyna Augustine Ensu,President of the Keningau Rural Women's Community Association (PKWPK), spoke out against the hazardous road conditions in the area, which she described as lacking basic safety infrastructure, including road markings, pedestrian crossings, speed limit signs, zebra crossings, and speed humps. 'We live with constant uncertainty. Jalan Masak is one of the main routes for residents, yet there is nothing to help pedestrians cross safely. It feels as though the blame is placed on the victim, but the real culprit is the unsafe road. We urge the authorities to act now before more lives are lost,' pressed Ivyna. Suzila's death had left her family in dire circumstances. Her husband, Nais Embun (57), is a dialysis patient requiring treatment three times a week and is unable to work. With their three children still in school, the loss of their sole breadwinner has severely impacted the family's livelihood. According to Suzina, Suzila's sister, a representative of the driver offered RM3,000 as a 'consolation.' 'It's as if my sister's life held no value. The amount couldn't even cover funeral costs,' she said, expressing disappointment with how the matter was handled. The family of the deceased is appealing for public assistance to help ease their burden during the difficult time. Members of the public can donate through Bank Rakyat account 220821563016 Azlian Adip (Suzila's younger sibling) . Ivyna also recalled a previous fatal incident at the same location, where another woman with a child were struck while crossing the road, pressing for urgent need for infrastructure improvements. The community is now appealing to local authorities to take immediate action to improve Jalan Masak's safety conditions for both pedestrians and motorists. Ivyna also urged pedestrians to exercise greater caution when crossing the road. She emphasized the importance of staying alert and advised against using mobile phones while navigating traffic, even in areas where signage or zebra crossings are present. 'It's crucial for pedestrians to be aware of their surroundings before crossing. Road infrastructure alone can't guarantee safety, we must all play our part,' she advised. PKWPK is assisting the victim's family in securing legal representation, determined to seek justice for the mother, wife, and woman whose life was lost so tragically. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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