RANAU: A man was killed while another was injured after a Perodua Kancil collided with a palm fruit-laden lorry here on Sunday.
Head of Fire and Rescue Department Rantey Fred said the incident occurred at Km 45, Ranau-Telupid Road at about 1.15pm.
In the incident, the victim, Sylvester Pius Gulmit, 42, who was driving Perodua Kancil was confirmed dead when receiving treatment at the Paginatan Health Clinic.
A passenger, an 18 -year -old man, suffered minor injuries with scratches and injuries to the body.
The victim’s car was moving from Telupid to Ranau town.
“We received a call at 1.07pm, and the rescue team reached the location situated 45km away at about 1.54pm.
“Upon arriving at the scene, the car was believed entering the opposite lane before colliding with the lorry in the opposite direction,” he said.
Rantey said the victims were sent to the Paginatan Clinic before firefighters arrived. The lorry driver was not at the scene.
“The firefighters cut the battery cable to prevent fire,” he said.
Meanwhile, he called on all motorists to be extra careful when driving across the district, especially on narrow and bending village roads.
“People are asked to be more careful when driving in rainy weather conditions as well as damaged or under-repaired roads.
“Always be attentive while on the road and give good cooperation to other road users. Do drive slowly especially when on uneven roads.
“Drive prudently and be sensitive to the surrounding conditions, because we all want to reach our destination safely and meet our beloved family,” he said.
In KUALA PENYU, a 41-year-old man died after being hit by a Toyota Hilux in a three-vehicle accident on Sunday.
Kuala Penyu District Police Chief Supt Wong Leong Ming said initial investigations showed that the Hilux had veered into the opposite lane, colliding with the victim’s motorcycle before sideswiping another oncoming vehicle.
“The motorcyclist was thrown from his bike and pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel,” he said, adding that the body was sent to the Kuala Penyu Hospital for further action.
He urged road users to exercise caution, adhere to traffic laws and ensure their vehicles are roadworthy before driving.
“Check your tires, brakes and signal lights beforehand. If there are issues, avoid using the vehicle to prevent accidents,” he said.
Wong also reminded motorists to drive responsibly and respect the lives of others.
