Four China nationals among five injured in Maran crash
MARAN: Five people, including four Chinese nationals, were injured after their four-wheel-drive vehicle lost control while overtaking a lorry at Km155 of the East Coast Expressway here yesterday.
MARAN: Four Chinese nationals and a Malaysian driver were injured in a vehicle crash on the East Coast Expressway, according to police. The Toyota Hilux, driven by the Malaysian, lost control while overtaking a lorry near Km155, leading to the accident at 3.45pm. The five were rushed to Sultan Haji Ahmad Shah Hospital in Temerloh for treatment.
Superintendent Wong Kim Wai of Maran police revealed that the injured individuals were en route from the Maran East Coast Rail Link office to Lanchang in Temerloh. The driver's attempt to overtake the lorry resulted in the vehicle skidding to the left, spinning, and crashing into a road divider. No other vehicles were involved. Wong stated that the incident will be investigated under Section 43(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, with a potential fine of RM10,000, up to 12 months imprisonment, and a driving license endorsement. He urged witnesses to contact Inspector Muhaimin Omar at 017-9436741 or the nearest police station.
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