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Three dead after Perodua Viva skids and crashes on Kunak-Semporna road

KUNAK, Aug 26 — Three people were killed and three others injured after the car they were travelling in skidded an...

Three dead after Perodua Viva skids and crashes on Kunak-Semporna road

KUNAK, August 26 — A tragic accident resulted in three deaths and three injuries when the vehicle they were traveling in skidded and collided on the Kunak-Semporna road yesterday. According to Kunak police chief Supt Rejali Ak Angong, the incident occurred at KM7 along Jalan Kunak-Semporna. The deceased comprised the driver and two of the five passengers, who were pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel from the Ministry of Health.

The vehicle involved was a Perodua Viva, driven by a local man, along with his family - two adults and three children. The family was en route from Kalabakan to their home in Kampung Sungai Langgas. Upon reaching the location, the driver lost control of the car, causing it to skid. Rejali reported that one passenger sustained serious injuries while the other two had minor injuries, all of whom were transported to Kunak Hospital for further treatment.

The case is under investigation under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. Rejali urged all road users to remain vigilant and considerate while driving.

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