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New Straits Times
02-08-2025
- New Straits Times
Police probe viral video of cyclists blocking car in Shah Alam
SHAH ALAM: Police are tracking down a group of cyclists whose actions — appearing to surround a car — recently went viral on social media. The incident is believed to have occurred at about 9.30pm on Tuesday along Persiaran Dato Menteri. Their behaviour was captured by a dashcam on the vehicle. Shah Alam district police chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Iqbal Ibrahim said investigations revealed that the cyclists were riding on both the left and right lanes of the road. "This caused the car driver to slow down as the group was blocking the way," he said in a statement yesterday, reported Harian Metro. The case is being investigated under Section 54 of the Road Transport Act 1987 and Rule 42 of the Road Traffic Rules LN 166/1959.
New Straits Times
10-07-2025
- New Straits Times
Police warn against illegal motorcycle convoys
KUALA LUMPUR: Police have issued a stern warning against unauthorised motorcycle convoys on highways, stressing that the use of outriders or marshals without approval is prohibited and may lead to legal action. This comes after a video went viral showing a group of motorcyclists travelling in convoy on a highway, escorted by riders in yellow safety vests. Federal Police Traffic Enforcement and Investigation Department director Datuk Seri Mohd Yusri Hassan Basri said the incident is believed to have occurred at Km285 of the North-South Expressway heading south, near Nilai, Negri Sembilan. It involved a movement from Kuala Lumpur towards the southern part of the country. Yusri said any group or convoy movement must notify the department in advance to coordinate their journey in the interest of safety for all road users. "If the motorcycle convoy is not escorted by traffic personnel, it must comply with all existing traffic regulations. "No use of outriders or marshals is permitted for convoy movements," he said in a statement today. Yusri said motorcyclists must ride responsibly, cautiously, and with full attention on the road, in accordance with Rule 5 of the Road Traffic Rules (Rule 42) LN 165/59. As a general rule, all road users must cooperate with one another in traffic, referring to Rule 1 of the Road Traffic Rules (Rule 42) LN 165/59. "Meanwhile, any vehicle moving at a slower speed must keep as close as possible to the left side of the road, and at all times drive in a manner that does not obstruct faster-moving vehicles, in line with Rule 4 of the Road Traffic Rules LN 166/59. "Obstructing the movement of other vehicles may result in enforcement action under Section 48 of the Road Transport Act 1987, where if convicted, the offender may be fined not less than RM1,000 and not more than RM5,000, or face imprisonment of up to one year, or both," he added. Yusri advised all road users, including pedestrians, cyclists and motorists, to always cooperate while in traffic, whether on highways, federal roads, state roads or municipal roads. The video has been circulating on social media and has garnered more than 6,000 likes.
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New Straits Times
14-06-2025
- New Straits Times
Brake failure suspected in viral lorry crash [WATCH]
KUANTAN: A lorry crashed into a car at a traffic light junction near Jalan Gambang yesterday, after a suspected brake failure. The 34-year-old Perodua Bezza driver was injured in the incident, which occurred at 8.10am. "Preliminary investigations revealed that the lorry was travelling from Ipoh towards Pekan, while the car was coming from Taman Tas heading towards Air Putih," said Kuantan police chief Assistant Commissioner Wan Mohd Zahari Wan Busu. "Upon reaching the junction, the lorry driver claimed the brakes suddenly failed, preventing him from stopping when the traffic light turned yellow. "At the same time, the car, driven by a man, moved into the intersection and was hit by the lorry, causing it to overturn," he said in a statement. Zahari said the car driver sustained bruises on various parts of his body and received treatment at Tengku Ampuan Afzan Hospital. The 55-year-old lorry driver was unharmed. The case is being investigated under Rule 17 of the Road Traffic Rules, which relates to a driver's position and vehicle control. A violation of Rule 17 carries a jail term of up to six months, a maximum fine of RM2,000, or both. Earlier, a 33-second clip of the accident went viral.
New Straits Times
14-06-2025
- New Straits Times
Brake failure suspected in viral lorry crash
KUANTAN: A lorry crashed into a car at a traffic light junction near Jalan Gambang yesterday, after a suspected brake failure. The 34-year-old Perodua Bezza driver was injured in the incident, which occurred at 8.10am. "Preliminary investigations revealed that the lorry was travelling from Ipoh towards Pekan, while the car was coming from Taman Tas heading towards Air Putih," said Kuantan police chief Assistant Commissioner Wan Mohd Zahari Wan Busu. "Upon reaching the junction, the lorry driver claimed the brakes suddenly failed, preventing him from stopping when the traffic light turned yellow. "At the same time, the car, driven by a man, moved into the intersection and was hit by the lorry, causing it to overturn," he said in a statement. Zahari said the car driver sustained bruises on various parts of his body and received treatment at Tengku Ampuan Afzan Hospital. The 55-year-old lorry driver was unharmed. The case is being investigated under Rule 17 of the Road Traffic Rules, which relates to a driver's position and vehicle control. A violation of Rule 17 carries a jail term of up to six months, a maximum fine of RM2,000, or both. Earlier, a 33-second clip of the accident went viral.
The Star
14-06-2025
- The Star
QuickCheck: Did a lorry crash into a house in Kahang, Kluang?
ACCIDENTS can happen in the blink of an eye, often when least expected. A recent incident in Kahang, Kluang, involving a lorry and a house, has caught the attention of locals. Could it be true that a lorry crashed into a house in this area? Verdict: TRUE A lorry crashed into a house in Kahang, Kluang, after trying to avoid hitting a motorcycle. According to Kluang OCPD Asst Comm Bahrin Mohd Noh, the incident occurred on Jalan Batu Pahat-Mersing, Kampung Seri Lukut, at around 8.20am on Friday (June 13). The lorry was en route to Kahang from Mersing when an oncoming motorcycle suddenly turned right. In an effort to avoid hitting the motorcycle, the 37-year-old lorry driver swerved and lost control of the heavy vehicle, resulting in the lorry entering the right road shoulder before crashing into a nearby empty house. After the 43-year-old homeowner lodged a police report, the lorry driver, who possesses a valid driver's licence, was detained and tested negative for drugs. ACP Bahrin noted that the side of the house was damaged, including the roof, ceiling, and kitchen wall. The lorry driver sustained injuries to his hands, and the front of the heavy vehicle was also damaged in the accident. The case has been classified under Rule 10 of the Road Traffic Rules LN 166/58 for failure to control a vehicle. This incident underscores the importance of road safety and the unpredictable nature of driving, where quick decisions can lead to unforeseen consequences. While no one else was harmed, the damage serves as a reminder of the potential risks on the road.
