– Fatal car crash in Tawau
– Tragic head-on collision in Tawau.
Accident – Death – Obituary News :
A tragic incident occurred in Taman Gaya, Jalan Kuhara in Tawau on Friday morning, resulting in the death of a 33-year-old man in a head-on collision between his car and another vehicle. The victim, identified as Tsen Yeak Yang, was pinned in his car and had to be extricated by firemen. Unfortunately, he was pronounced dead by health officials at the scene.
Efficient Response by Firefighters
Upon receiving the alert at 2.01am, a team of nine firefighters from the Tawau fire station swiftly made their way to the scene, arriving within four minutes. Using specialized tools, they were able to successfully extricate the victim from the wreckage. The body was then handed over to the police for further investigation.
Details of the Collision
According to Tawau OCPD Asst Comm Jasmin Hussin, initial investigations indicated that the victim was on his way to Fujimart from Taman May Flower when the collision occurred. The other vehicle involved was driven by a 19-year-old who was travelling from Taman Semarak towards Tawau town. The impact of the collision caused the victim’s car to veer 155m to the left shoulder of the road, while the teenager’s car spun, hit a pole, and skidded 105m into the opposite lane. Fortunately, the teenager escaped unharmed.
Legal Action and Investigation
The case is currently under investigation under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. Authorities will be looking into the circumstances that led to the tragic collision in order to determine liability and ensure that justice is served.
Rescue Operation in Papar
In a separate incident in Papar, firefighters successfully rescued a two-year-old toddler who was trapped in a car. The rescue operation was carried out swiftly and efficiently, with the child being freed within minutes. The prompt response of the Sabah Fire and Rescue Services Department ensured the safety of the young child in distress.
Such incidents serve as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for vigilance while driving. Our thoughts are with the family and loved ones of the victim during this difficult time.
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– Man dies head-on collision Tawau
– Man dies car crash Tawau.