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The Star
14 hours ago
- The Star
QuickCheck: Did a car turn turtle in a Perak traffic trip-up?
WHEN DRIVING, there are times when even a straight road can lead to unexpected twists. A dashcam video has gone viral on social media with its dramatic display of spinning cars – and one doing a sudden flip on its back. It has been claimed that the incident happened along a stretch of highway near Sungkai, Perak. Is this true? VERDICT: TRUE Yes, this accident happened and it involved two vehicles on the highway from Sungkai heading towards Bidor, as shown in a viral video on Monday (June 2). Tapah OCPD Supt Johari Yahya said the incident is believed to have occurred when a car driven by a 23-year-old woman lost control and hit the back of another car at around KM349.9 of the left lane of the North-South Expressway northbound. He added that the incident happened at around 11.45am and said that the driver of the other car was a 42-year-old man. Supt Johari then said that both drivers sustained minor injuries in the incident. "As a result of the collision, one of the cars spun out and hit the right-side guardrail, while the other car alsospun and overturned in the left lane of the highway," he said when contacted by Sinar Harian. Supt Johari said that an inspection at the scene found that the road was straight with two lanes separated by a guardrail in daylight and dry road conditions. He added that no arrests were made, and the case is classified under Rule 10 of the Road Traffic Rules 1959 (Rule 10 LN 166/59) for failing to control the vehicle while driving, resulting in an accident. "In this case, both vehicles sustained severe damage to the front and rear, as well as the entire vehicle," he said. Footage of the incident recorded by a dashboard camera shows the two cars spinning, with one of them overturning. The situation has prompted various reactions from motorists and social media users who expressed anxiety over the life-threatening scenario.
The Star
a day ago
- The Star
Highway graft probe: RM20mil of funds used for gambling, says MACC
PETALING JAYA: The ongoing probe of a Klang Valley highway project has found that around RM20mil in sukuk funds were used for gambling, says Tan Sri Azam Baki. The Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) chief commissioner told Malay daily Sinar Harian that graft busters also found 300 bottles of top-shelf liquor in a storeroom. "Around 45 witnesses have had their statements recorded as of Sunday (June 1). "The Tan Sri involved in the case is still being warded at a private hospital," he was quoted as saying on Monday (June 2). Previously, the MACC seized or froze assets and bank accounts worth an estimated RM85.6mil while investigating the alleged misuse of sukuk funds linked to a Klang Valley highway project. These include 14 individual accounts holding a total of RM4.5mil, eight company accounts containing RM33mil, luxury vehicles worth RM7.65mil, handbags worth RM3mil, luxury watches worth RM7mil, and properties worth RM24.5mil. The probe centres on a concession holder with a "Tan Sri" title who is suspected of diverting project financing for personal use. Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
New Straits Times
2 days ago
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
BYD SUV owner opts for full loan settlement after highway scare
SHAH ALAM: The owner of a fully electric BYD Atto 3 sport utility vehicle (SUV), which recently went viral following a harrowing incident on a highway, has decided to part ways with the vehicle through a full loan settlement borne entirely by BYD Sime Motors. According to a Sinar Harian report, Izwan Hassan, 33, said the decision was made after prioritising his family's safety, despite incurring a minor financial loss from the loan instalments paid during his 10-month ownership. "We appreciate the professional conduct shown by BYD Sime Motors in resolving this matter amicably by repurchasing the vehicle through a full settlement with the bank. "Although I did suffer a slight financial loss from the instalments paid, I am not willing to risk a repeat of the incident. My family's safety is paramount," he said in a Facebook post on Saturday. Earlier, Izwan and his family endured a terrifying moment when the newly purchased electric SUV suddenly came to a halt in the fast lane of the Cheras–Kajang Expressway. The incident occurred on May 1 while they were travelling from Melaka to Penang, with the vehicle reportedly cruising at speeds between 90 and 100km/h. The vehicle was later sent to the BYD Glenmarie service centre, where it remained for 12 days before company representatives met Izwan in Melaka. Contrary to initial assumptions that a faulty 12V battery was to blame, BYD clarified that the root cause was a defective sensor on the driver's door. "They informed me that when the door sensor malfunctions, the vehicle's safety system is automatically triggered. Hazard lights turn on instantly, the brakes engage abruptly, and the entire system shuts down. "Based on dashcam footage, the car began braking at 12:20:21am while moving at 106km/h and came to a complete stop by 12:20:27am, in under seven seconds," he said. What raised further concern, Izwan added, was the complete lack of warning prior to the vehicle's emergency response. "The tyres could not be turned even after shifting the gear to neutral. Everything happened so fast, we couldn't react in time. The safety system is supposed to protect passengers, but in this case, it posed a danger," he said. The incident has since sparked widespread debate among netizens and electric vehicle (EV) owners, particularly over the reliance on automated systems that fail to provide early warnings when malfunctions occur. Reflecting on the ordeal, Izwan said the experience had taught him to be more cautious when selecting a vehicle. "For now, we're exploring other vehicle options that offer stronger safety features and more reliable after-sales support. I've also learnt not to be easily swayed by viral promotions on social media," he said. As of press time, BYD has yet to issue an official statement on the matter.
Free Malaysia Today
4 days ago
- General
- Free Malaysia Today
Worker at ECRL site died of heart attack, not from fall, say cops
Pasir Puteh police chief Zaizul Rizal Zakaria said the Chinese national died while he was pulling cables near the train track. (Bernama pic) PETALING JAYA : The death of a construction worker at the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) project site in Pasir Puteh, Kelantan, on Wednesday was due to a heart attack and not because he fell from a train carriage, say police. Pasir Puteh police chief Zaizul Rizal Zakaria said the Chinese national died while he was pulling cables near the train track, Sinar Harian reported. 'The victim died due to a heart attack, not due to a fall from the train as alleged on social media,' he was quoted as saying. Zaizul said a post-mortem carried out on the victim found no elements of foul play. A video shared widely on social media had alleged that a ECRL worker died after falling from a train.
The Star
5 days ago
- The Star
Drivers ditch overloaded lorries before roadblock
Abandoned: Lorries left by the side of the road, some with engines still running. — Photos courtesy of JPJ KUALA LANGAT: A number of tipper lorry drivers, believed to be transporting loads beyond the legal weight limit, abandoned their vehicles upon spotting a Road Transport Department (JPJ) roadblock. The incident occurred during Ops Paras, an enforcement operation by Selangor JPJ at the South Klang Valley Expressway (SKVE) toll plaza in Saujana Putra at around 11am yesterday, reported Sinar Harian. The Malay language daily observed around 15 lorries of various types parked along the roadside before reaching the toll plaza. Among them were at least four tipper lorries left with their engines still running by drivers believed to be foreign nationals, who fled after realising they were likely in breach of regulations, particularly for overloading. A trailer suspected of carrying electronic waste was also reportedly abandoned by its driver. JPJ subsequently issued various summonses related to the offences, requiring vehicle owners to come forward to resolve the matters and avoid their vehicles being blacklisted. Selangor JPJ director Azrin Borhan told Sinar Harian that since Ops Paras was launched on May 1, notices have been issued to 143 goods vehicles under Section 63(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which mandates vehicles to be weighed. A JPJ officer taking a closer look at one of the lorries along the SKVE toll plaza. He explained that Ops Paras targets goods vehicles committing offences such as overloading and unsafe transport of goods. 'Throughout the period, there have been 724 cases involving excessive loads, 645 cases of transporting goods dangerously, and 23 vehicle seizures,' said Azrin. He added that, based on driver statements, many admitted to overloading in pursuit of higher commissions or profits. Common cargo types detected included sand, stones, soil, and palm oil waste. Azrin stressed that the operation was aimed at addressing the rising number of accidents involving heavy vehicles that flout road safety regulations, particularly those related to overloading.
