Lorry driver who crashed into Kajang eatery fell asleep, say police
KAJANG: A lorry driver whose vehicle crashed into the front of an eatery in Jalan Batu 12, Cheras, yesterday was believed to have fallen asleep at the wheel, and was not driving under the influence of alcohol as alleged online.
Kajang police have concluded that a lorry driver fell asleep while driving, leading to a crash with an eatery on Jalan Batu 12, Cheras, on Tuesday evening. Assistant Commissioner Naazron Abdul Yusof stated that the 37-year-old lorry driver, heading towards Cheras, lost control of his vehicle, resulting in minor damage to the front of the lorry and damage to the eatery's business umbrella and kitchen equipment.
No injuries were reported. A circulating video on social media showed the lorry moving after the collision, despite claims that the driver was drunk and refused to stop. Naazron revealed that the case is under investigation according to Rule 10 of the Road Traffic Rules 1959 (LN 166/59). Anyone with information is urged to contact Inspector Saifudin Saadun at 011-2111 9379 to aid the investigation. Naazron also cautioned drivers to be cautious and adhere to traffic regulations to avoid accidents.
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