Three motorcyclists killed, nine injured in 15-vehicle crash in Ipoh
THREE motorcyclists were killed and nine others injured in a crash involving 12 motorcycles and three cars on Jalan Jelapang-Ampang near Ipoh early Saturday. Ipoh district police chief ACP Muhammad Najib Hamzah said two men, aged 19 and 20, were pron...
Three motorcycle riders lost their lives and nine others sustained injuries in a 15-vehicle collision on Jalan Jelapang-Ampang near Ipoh early Saturday morning. According to Ipoh district police chief ACP Muhammad Najib Hamzah, the fatal crash occurred at 3.35am, with two deceased motorcyclists aged 19 and 20 perishing at the scene.
A third 19-year-old rider succumbed to his injuries after receiving treatment in the Emergency and Trauma Department at Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun (HRPB). Nine other injured male motorcyclists, aged between 19 and 25, were also admitted to HRPB for medical attention. The three drivers of the involved cars were reported to be unharmed.
Initial investigations revealed that all the vehicles involved were en route from Meru to Tambun prior to the crash. Police continue to probe the incident to determine the cause and sequence of events leading to the collision, classifying the case under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. The police urge anyone with relevant information to aid the investigation by contacting the Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Division at the Ipoh District Police Headquarters.
Najib also urged road users to adhere to traffic regulations, moderate their speed, and prioritize safety while traveling.
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