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The Sun
19-05-2025
- The Sun
Special task force gets 30 days for initial FRU crash report
PUTRAJAYA: The special task force formed to investigate the fatal crash that killed nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel in Teluk Intan, Perak, has been given 30 days from May 15 to submit a preliminary report to the Ministry of Transport (MOT). In a statement today, Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the task force commenced its investigation into the May 13 accident last week. The task force comprises various experts and representatives from key agencies, and is chaired by the MOT's Chief Air Accident Inspector, Brigadier General Tan Chee Kee. Its members include Simpang Renggam MP Datuk Seri Hasni Mohammad; Jerantut MP Khairil Nizam Khirudin; Prof Dr Kulanthayan K.C. Mani @ Subramaniam of Universiti Putra Malaysia; independent engineering expert Datuk Foong Choy Chye; as well as representatives from the Road Transport Department, the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research, the Royal Malaysia Police and the Malaysian Armed Forces. 'MOT will ensure that every recommendation and finding submitted by the task force is thoroughly reviewed for appropriate follow-up at both policy and operational levels,' he said. He added that the task force was established to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the root cause of the incident, including identifying any systemic weaknesses in road safety measures. 'They must also reassess existing guidelines, infrastructure and the application of safety technologies to help prevent similar incidents in the future,' he said. He stressed that the primary objective of the investigation is not to assign blame but to identify and address deficiencies in the current system. 'This includes proposing systematic and effective improvement measures to ensure the safety of road users, particularly concerning heavy vehicles,' he said. The nine FRU personnel from Unit 5 Ipoh were killed in the fatal crash along Jalan Chikus–Sungai Lampam at 8.50 am, while the convoy was returning from duty during the Chitirai Pournami celebration in Teluk Intan. Eight died at the scene, while one succumbed to injuries while receiving treatment at Teluk Intan Hospital.
The Sun
19-05-2025
- The Sun
Special task force given 30 days to submit preliminary report on FRU crash
PUTRAJAYA: The special task force formed to investigate the fatal crash that killed nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel in Teluk Intan, Perak, has been given 30 days from May 15 to submit a preliminary report to the Ministry of Transport (MOT). In a statement today, Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook said the task force commenced its investigation into the May 13 accident last week. The task force comprises various experts and representatives from key agencies, and is chaired by the MOT's Chief Air Accident Inspector, Brigadier General Tan Chee Kee. Its members include Simpang Renggam MP Datuk Seri Hasni Mohammad; Jerantut MP Khairil Nizam Khirudin; Prof Dr Kulanthayan K.C. Mani @ Subramaniam of Universiti Putra Malaysia; independent engineering expert Datuk Foong Choy Chye; as well as representatives from the Road Transport Department, the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research, the Royal Malaysia Police and the Malaysian Armed Forces. 'MOT will ensure that every recommendation and finding submitted by the task force is thoroughly reviewed for appropriate follow-up at both policy and operational levels,' he said. He added that the task force was established to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the root cause of the incident, including identifying any systemic weaknesses in road safety measures. 'They must also reassess existing guidelines, infrastructure and the application of safety technologies to help prevent similar incidents in the future,' he said. He stressed that the primary objective of the investigation is not to assign blame but to identify and address deficiencies in the current system. 'This includes proposing systematic and effective improvement measures to ensure the safety of road users, particularly concerning heavy vehicles,' he said. The nine FRU personnel from Unit 5 Ipoh were killed in the fatal crash along Jalan Chikus–Sungai Lampam at 8.50 am, while the convoy was returning from duty during the Chitirai Pournami celebration in Teluk Intan. Eight died at the scene, while one succumbed to injuries while receiving treatment at Teluk Intan Hospital.
The Star
19-05-2025
- The Star
FRU crash: Special task force given 30 days to submit preliminary report
PUTRAJAYA: The special task force formed to investigate the fatal crash that killed nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel in Teluk Intan, Perak, has been given 30 days from May 15 to submit a preliminary report to the Transport Ministry, says Anthony Loke Siew Fook. Transport Minister said the task force commenced its investigation into the May 13 accident last week. The task force comprises various experts and representatives from key agencies, and is chaired by the ministry's chief air accident inspector, Brigadier General Tan Chee Kee. Its members include Simpang Renggam MP Datuk Seri Hasni Mohammad; Jerantut MP Khairil Nizam Khirudin; Prof Dr Kulanthayan KC Mani @ Subramaniam of Universiti Putra Malaysia; independent engineering expert Datuk Foong Choy Chye; as well as representatives from the Road Transport Department, the Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research, the police and the Armed Forces. "The ministry will ensure that every recommendation and finding submitted by the task force is thoroughly reviewed for appropriate follow-up at both policy and operational levels," he said in a statement on Monday (May 19). He added that the task force was established to conduct a comprehensive investigation into the root cause of the incident, including identifying any systemic weaknesses in road safety measures. "They must also reassess existing guidelines, infrastructure and the application of safety technologies to help prevent similar incidents in the future," he said. He stressed that the primary objective of the investigation is not to assign blame but to identify and address deficiencies in the current system. "This includes proposing systematic and effective improvement measures to ensure the safety of road users, particularly concerning heavy vehicles," he said. The nine FRU personnel from Unit 5 Ipoh were killed in the crash on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam at 8.50am, while the convoy was returning from duty during the Chitirai Pournami celebration in Teluk Intan. Eight died at the scene, while one succumbed to injuries while receiving treatment at Teluk Intan Hospital. – Bernama
The Sun
13-05-2025
- The Sun
MOT to set up special task force to probe FRU truck crash
PUTRAJAYA: The Transport Ministry (MoT) will set up a special task force to investigate the fatal accident involving Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel in Teluk Intan today. Its minister, Anthony Loke, said the task force will comprise experts and independent members who will examine the incident and recommend safety improvements. 'The task force will be set up very soon,' he told a press conference after chairing the Cabinet Committee Meeting on Road Safety and Traffic Congestion (JK-MKKJR) here today. Nine FRU personnel from the Unit 5 base in Ipoh were killed in the crash, which occurred at 8.50 am along Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam while the convoy was returning from duty in conjunction with the Chitirai Pournami celebration. Eight victims died at the scene, while another succumbed to injuries while receiving treatment at Teluk Intan Hospital.
Barnama
13-05-2025
- Barnama
FRU Truck Crash: Perak Govt To Provide Assistance For Funeral Arrangements
TELUK INTAN, May 13 (Bernama) -- The Perak government will provide initial assistance to the families of the Royal Malaysian Police's (PDRM) Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel involved in the fatal crash here this morning. State Education, Higher Education, Youth, and Sports Committee chairman, Khairudin Abu Hanipah, representing Perak Menteri Besar, Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, said that the initial assistance is intended for the funeral arrangements of the victims involved in the accident. 'Insya-Allah, in the next Exco meeting, perhaps the Menteri Besar will discuss with the members to explore other ways of assisting the affected families, and those affected during this difficult time. 'The state government will channel this contribution as a sign of deep concern, as well as for the funeral arrangements and other related processes, and we will announce further details shortly,' he said. He said this after visiting the Forensic Department at Teluk Intan Hospital, where he offered words of comfort to the family members of the victims involved in the 8.50 am accident, which involved a truck carrying 15 FRU personnel from Unit 5 Ipoh and a lorry carrying gravel stones. Meanwhile, Khairudin said that he was representing the state government and the Menteri Besar in expressing heartfelt condolences for the tragic incident, which was deeply heartbreaking. 'It is hoped that the families will remain strong in facing this incredibly difficult ordeal. We pray that the souls of the victims be blessed and placed among the righteous. 'For those injured, may they remain steadfast. Insya-Allah, we will pray together for their full recovery,' he said. Earlier today, Hilir Perak police chief ACP Dr Bakri Zainal Abidin said that nine FRU members, from Unit 5 Ipoh, were killed in an accident on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampam, while returning to Ipoh after an assignment in conjunction with the Chitirai Pournami celebration here.
