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New Straits Times
3 days ago
- New Straits Times
Police: Sudden U-turn led to fatal Jerantut crash
JERANTUT: The Perodua Bezza involved in a tragic accident at Km7 of Jalan Jerantut-Maran earlier today had allegedly made a sudden U-turn at a junction along the poorly lit stretch, resulting in a collision with a Toyota Alphard. Five people, including four siblings travelling in the Bezza, died at the scene in the midnight crash. Three others, including a woman in the Alphard, sustained injuries. Jerantut district police chief, Superintendent Zukri Muhammad, said the department was alerted to the incident following a call from a member of the public at 12.40am. "Investigations revealed that the Alphard was travelling from Maran towards Jerantut town. The Bezza suddenly made a U-turn at the junction, which led to a collision involving both vehicles. "We will record statements from witnesses, including those travelling in the Alphard, to assist in the investigation," he said in a statement today. Zukri said the Bezza was driven by Mohamad Ikmal Ishak, 26, from Ulu Kinta, Perak, who was travelling with four siblings from Bota, Perak. The four siblings were Nur Arfiqah Aziz Jaafar, 23; Mohammad Zulkifli Aziz Jaafar, 21; Mohamad Azizul Hakimi Aziz Jaafar, 19; and Nurul Hazwani Aziz Jaafar, 17. Nur Arfiqah is believed to be Mohamad Ikmal's wife. He said that post-mortem examinations on the five bodies are currently being conducted at the Jerantut Hospital Forensic Unit. Zukri said the 37-year-old Alphard driver, his 28-year-old male friend, and a 28-year-old Thai national who was travelling in the multi-purpose vehicle sustained injuries and are being treated at Jerantut Hospital.
New Straits Times
3 days ago
- General
- New Straits Times
Demand for sacrificial livestock surges ahead of Aidiladha
KUALA LUMPUR: The demand for livestock for sacrificial worship in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidiladha has continued to rise this year. According to Buletin Utama, a visit to a livestock farm in Serendah, Selangor, found that nearly 1,000 cows had already been booked. "During the month of Zulhijjah, we receive many bookings for cows. The supply is sufficient," said breeder Mohd Zukri Abd Jalil. "No matter the situation, the spirit to perform the ritual and demonstrate sacrifice remains strong." He added that orders come from a wide range of customers, especially mosques, surau, NGOs, and individual buyers. Some placed their orders as early as five months ago, while others collectively pool funds to fulfil their religious obligation. This farm is also among 40 premises licensed by the Veterinary Services Department (DVS) to offer slaughtering services for ritual sacrifice. "We go through all the processes required by the DVS, such as health checks, transport permits, and slaughter permits. "All of these are prioritised so we are in accordance with procedures and Islamic principles," said Zukri. On Tuesday, the Agriculture and Food Security Ministry said a total of 38,804 cows and buffaloes, along with 30,167 goats and sheep, will be available for ritual sacrifices during Aidiladha. The ministry said the estimated demand for sacrificial rituals is 34,451 cows and buffaloes, and 22,453 goats and sheep. It expects the livestock supply for this year's celebration across Malaysia to meet demand.
