Anwar orders immigration dept to probe fatal Black Maria crash
Prime minister says appropriate action must be taken without compromise if there was any negligence or breach of the law.
King Anwar Ibrahim expressed his sympathies to the families of the three individuals who lost their lives in a tragic accident. The victims were a 53-year-old man and his two daughters - aged 25 and 12. The Prime Minister directed the immigration department to conduct an immediate, thorough investigation into the incident. In a Facebook update, Anwar pledged that any negligence or law breach would be addressed firmly.
The collision occurred around 1am near Maju Junction, where the immigration vehicle was en route to Chow Kit for an operation to apprehend undocumented migrants. The vehicle, driven by a 43-year-old officer, had its flashing lights activated as it approached the intersection. However, a Proton Saga traveling straight ahead failed to evade the truck upon encountering a red traffic light.
The ensuing crash caused the immigration truck to lose control and strike the family vehicle, resulting in the mother's hospitalization. Both drivers of the involved vehicles were apprehended to aid the investigation into the collision.
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