Singaporean man and ride-hailing driver die in JB car crash, Malaysia News
The incident occurred on Sunday (July 20) at around 11.30am, according to a statement by North Johor Bahru district police chief Assistant Commissioner Balveer Singh.
The car, a Perodua Bezza driven by a 48-year-old local, was headed in the direction of Skudai from Johor Bahru when he reportedly lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a truck, said Malaysia police.
The driver suffered serious head injuries and was pronounced dead on site, while the Singaporean man died at Sultanah Aminah Hospital, said AC Singh.
The 28-year-old lorry driver did not suffer any injuries.
AC Singh also said that the case is being investigated for causing death by reckless or dangerous driving, and urged members of the public to reach out to the police if they have any information on the incident.
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