Motorcyclist killed after hitting cow during rain

In Rembau, a motorcyclist lost his life after colliding with a cow on Jalan Chengkau–Pilin–Lubok Cina near Kampung Panchang. Superintendent Ngiam Ooi Ming of the Rembau police reported that the accident happened around 7:30 PM. The victim, riding a Modenas Kriss 110 motorcycle, was traveling alone from Lubok Cina towards Rembau town.

Upon reaching the scene, he reportedly hit a cow that was crossing the road, the rain making conditions slippery. The impact threw him onto the road, causing severe injuries, and he succumbed to his wounds at the scene. Medical personnel from Rembau Hospital confirmed the victim's death and performed a post-mortem to ascertain the exact cause.

The incident is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act, with ongoing investigations. Superintendent Ngiam has appealed to anyone with information about the incident to come forward and assist the investigation. He also stressed the importance of caution for all road users, especially at night and during rainy weather, and advised them to remain alert for livestock crossing roads, particularly in rural areas, to prevent such fatal accidents.