Police seek witnesses, dashcam footage after fatal Cheras-Kajang crash that killed motorcyclist

KUALA LUMPUR, October 13 — The police are seeking witnesses and dashcam footage following a fatal crash involving a motorcycle and a lorry on the Cheras-Kajang Highway yesterday. The accident took the life of a 23-year-old male motorcyclist. Kajang police chief ACP Naazron Abdul Yusof stated that the report on the incident came in around 6pm.

Preliminary investigations revealed that the motorcyclist, who was en route from Kuala Lumpur to Kajang, likely lost control before falling onto the road. The lorry, traveling straight, was unable to avoid the victim and struck him, resulting in his death at the scene. The lorry driver has not yet reported the incident to the police.

The case falls under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which deals with reckless or dangerous driving causing death. Naazron appealed to witnesses or anyone with information to come forward, including those with dashcam footage or video of the accident. He can be reached at 012-326 8496. Naazron also emphasized the importance of responsible and prudent driving, adhering to rules and speed limits, and exercising caution on the roads.