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Borneo Post
6 days ago
- Borneo Post
Kuching OCPD: Lamborghini driver reported fatal Jalan Airport accident, not hit-and-run
Police photo shows the condition of the Lamborghini after the fatal crash. KUCHING (May 29): Police have ruled out a hit-and-run in the fatal accident involving a Lamborghini and a pedestrian at Jalan Airport here on Tuesday evening. Kuching district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed today that the 54-year-old businessman driving the Lamborghini came forward to lodge a police report within the required 24-hour timeframe. 'The Lamborghini driver lodged the police report an hour after the accident. He did not run but reported the incident,' he told The Borneo Post. He added that the driver was subsequently arrested to facilitate investigation and is now a suspect in the case. According to Alexson, the driver stated that he was travelling from Jalan Airport to Padungan when the incident occurred. Meanwhile, the police have identified the deceased pedestrian as Chinese national Bi Guang Dong, 52, a general worker involved in the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) lane construction. Alexson said Bi was crossing the road when he was struck by the Lamborghini. He was subsequently declared dead at the scene by medical personnel from the Sarawak General Hospital. 'In the meantime, the body of the deceased is still at the Sarawak General Hospital, awaiting claims from family members in China,' said Alexson. Police have classified the case as dangerous or reckless driving that results in death, an offence under Section 41 (1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. The Section provides for five to 10 years in jail and a fine of between RM20,000 and RM50,000 upon conviction. Alexson urged witnesses or anyone with relevant information to contact investigating officer ASP Lucas Apin on 013-8246881 or 082-259900, or to visit the nearest police station. accident Alexson Naga Chabu Jalan Airport lead
Borneo Post
7 days ago
- Borneo Post
54-year-old Lamborghini driver arrested after foreign worker killed while crossing Jalan Airport in Kuching
Police photo shows the condition of the Lamborghini after the fatal crash. KUCHING (May 28): Police have arrested a 54-year-old Lamborghini driver in connection with the death of a pedestrian at Jalan Airport here yesterday evening. In a statement today, Kuching police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said the probe is being carried out under Section 41 (1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for committing death by dangerous or reckless driving. The Section provides for five to 10 years in jail and a fine of between RM20,000 and RM50,000 upon conviction. It is believed that the suspect was driving the sports car from Jalan Airport to Padungan when the fatal accident happened. The fatal victim, a 52-year-old foreigner working on the Autonomous Rapid Transit (ART) project, was crossing the road when the accident occurred. He was subsequently declared dead at the scene by medical personnel from the Sarawak General Hospital. Alexson called on those who witnessed the accident or have useful information on the accident to contact investigating officer ASP Lucas Apin on 013-8246881 or 082-259900, or to go to the nearest police station. He also advised pedestrians and motorists to be more careful, alert, and focussed when on the road to avoid untoward incidents and breaking the law. Alexson Naga Chabu Jalan Airport Lamborghini lead Lucas Apin
Borneo Post
20-05-2025
- Borneo Post
15-year-old motorcyclist killed in Petra Jaya accident
Police photo shows parts of the motorcycle after the accident. KUCHING (May 20): A 15-year-old motorcyclist died after his motorcycle skidded and crashed on Jalan Tun Haji Abdul Rahman Yaakub in Petra Jaya, here on Sunday. Kuching police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said the preliminary investigation at the scene revealed that the victim was riding alone and somehow lost control of the motorcycle, which veered off to the left shoulder of the road. 'The incident occurred at around 1.30am as the motorcycle was heading from the Samariang roundabout towards the Sesco roundabout,' he said in a statement. The victim was pronounced dead while receiving emergency treatment at Sarawak General Hospital. The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for reckless or dangerous driving resulting in death. Alexson advised road users to always drive cautiously and comply with traffic laws and regulations for a safe journey. Alexson Naga Chabu Jalan Tun Haji Abdul Rahman Yaakub petra jaya
Borneo Post
15-05-2025
- Borneo Post
Bomba divers recover body from 4WD that plunged into Sarawak River (Video)
Bomba personnel move the body onto a boat. — Photo by Chimon Upon KUCHING (May 15): Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) divers have recovered the body of a 62-year-old man from a four-wheel drive (4WD) vehicle that plunged into the Sarawak River near the Tun Salahuddin Bridge last night. Kuching police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said the man, who was found in the driver's seat, was from Kampung Bintawa here. 'We are still investigating the cause. We urge the the public out there to not make any speculations related to this incident. 'So for now, we will investigate and we will look for the victim's family; and we will see what the actual cause of this incident is. 'Right now, we have opened an investigation under a Sudden Death Report (SDR),' Alexson told a press conference at the Tun Salahuddin Bridge. MORE TO COME Alexson Naga Chabu lead Sarawak River Tun Salahuddin Bridge
Borneo Post
13-05-2025
- Borneo Post
Teen driver, dad to be charged over fatal Jalan Teo Kui Seng accident
Handout photo shows the scene of the horrific crash on Jan 14. KUCHING (May 13): The 15-year-old driver of the out of control car in Jalan Teo Kui Seng major accident earlier this year will be charged in the Magistrates' Court tomorrow. Kuching district police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu said investigations into the case under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 have been completed, and the investigation papers have been referred to the Attorney General of Malaysia in Putrajaya. 'The AG has decided that the teenager will be charged with two offences; Section 41(1) for causing death by reckless driving and Section 39(1) for underaged driving (below 16 years of age),' he said in a statement. Alexson also said the teenager's 35-year-old father will be charged under Section 33(1)(a) of the Child Act 2001 for the offence of leaving a child without reasonable supervision. The multi-vehicle crash claimed five lives — three men and a woman aged between 16 and 45, who were pronounced dead at the scene, and a 16-year-old boy, who died while receiving treatment at the Sarawak General Hospital. The teen driver sustained a neck injury and was detained by the police. Dashcam footage shared on social media showed an out of control car heading from the direction of Jalan Lapangan Terbang towards Jalan Stutong Baru flying through the air into the opposite lane and colliding with multiple vehicles. accident charge driver father Jalan Teo Kui Seng lead
