KTMB says cable theft sparks delays on Komuter line this morning
PETALING JAYA, Oct 19 — KTMB confirmed that a signalling cable theft was behind delays of more than 30 minutes on...
Petaiing Jaya, October 19 - The Komuter train service experienced significant delays this morning due to a theft of a signalling cable, according to KTMB. The cable theft occurred at 6.20am on the Padang Jawa–Shah Alam–Batu Tiga stretch, causing a signalling fault and prompting repair work that extended delays by more than 30 minutes.
Upon inspection, KTMB's auxiliary police discovered approximately 60 meters of four-core, 16mm signalling cable had been cut. KTMB has pledged to increase patrols and security monitoring to protect the rail infrastructure and maintain smooth train operations. The public is encouraged to report any suspicious activity near the tracks to the KTMB Auxiliary Police's Information Centre at 03 2263 1194 or to the police for prompt action.
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