Over 50 people fall into river as suspension bridge collapses during wedding in Kelantan; PM Anwar authorises immediate release of funding for rectification work

Over 50 people fall into river as suspension bridge collapses during wedding in Kelantan



A suspension bridge used by wedding guests in Lata Rek collapsed yesterday, reportedly causing more than 50 people to fall into the Chatel Damai River. — Pictures via Facebook/Info Kemalangan & Bencana Malaysia

Friday, 02 Jan 2026 2:05 PM MYT


KUALA KRAI, Jan 2 — A wedding celebration in Lata Rek here turned chaotic yesterday when a suspension bridge used by guests collapsed, reportedly causing more than 50 people to fall into the Chatel Damai River.

Mukim Lata Rek village head Mohd Zaki Saari said the incident occurred at about 2pm when guests from the groom’s side, who were leaving the ceremony, met guests from the bride’s side who were arriving on the bridge, according to Berita Harian.

“More than 50 guests converged on the suspension bridge before it collapsed,” Mohd Zaki was quoted as saying.

Mohd Zaki said a man suffered a broken leg after falling onto river rocks, while a child sustained a head injury and required several stitches.


He added that three other victims suffered minor injuries and breathing difficulties, but no fatalities were reported.

The suspension bridge, which only allows pedestrian and motorcycle access, is a key route for residents living in five nearby houses and has been repaired several times in the past.

Mohd Zaki reportedly said Manek Urai state assemblyman Mohd Fauzi Abdullah visited the site yesterday afternoon, adding that inspections found the bridge’s support cables embedded in concrete were worn out and would be replaced.

He said repair works would be carried out urgently.

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PM Anwar authorises immediate release of funding for rectification work of collapsed suspension bridge in Kuala Krai



The collapse of the bridge will be a loss for villages in the surrounding area. — Picture via social media

Friday, 02 Jan 2026 6:47 PM MYT


KUALA KRAI, Jan 2 — Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has ordered the immediate replacement of a collapsed suspension bridge in Lata Rek, Kuala Krai, after the incident left several people injured and cut off daily access for nearby villagers.

The bridge, which gave way yesterday, had been used by residents of Kampung Pasir Jering, Dusun Ban, Dusun Bunut and Kampung Batu Pagar.

More than 50 people were affected, including a newlywed couple and their families who were crossing the bridge when it collapsed.

In a statement, the Prime Minister expressed sympathy for those injured and said the government viewed the incident seriously.

He instructed that funds be allocated without delay to rebuild the bridge to ensure the safety and convenience of residents.

According to the Prime Minister’s Office, the Implementation Coordination Unit (ICU) under the Prime Minister’s Department will lead the replacement works, in cooperation with relevant agencies, to ensure swift and effective action.