{
  "id": 174462,
  "title": "LPT2 concessionaire told to review safety measures after elephant collision",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/05/lpt2-concessionaire-told-to-review-safety-measures-after-elephant",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-05T11:03:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/nation/2026/08/05/lpt2-concessionaire-told-to-review-safety-measures-after-elephant-collision"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Yesterday, a tragic incident occurred on the East Coast Expressway 2 (LPT2) when a herd of elephants collided with a vehicle, resulting in injuries to the two occupants. The concessionaire for LPT2 has been instructed to review and reinforce long-term safety measures following the accident. Works Minister Alexander Nanta Linggi revealed that a safety fence had collapsed, likely due to the elephants' activity in the area. A technical team has been dispatched to assess the damage and initiate repairs, with the work expected to commence the following day. Nanta emphasized the necessity for intensified patrols, especially during nighttime, to monitor wildlife movement and safeguard highway users. He also directed the Malaysian Highway Authority to collaborate with LPT2 concessionaire and the wildlife and national parks department to explore more effective long-term solutions. Nanta extended his condolences to the victims of the accident and advised drivers to stay cautious, adhere to speed limits, and exercise increased vigilance, particularly in regions known for wildlife crossings.",
  "summary": "This comes after a married couple was injured when their vehicle collided with a herd of elephants.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  },
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}