Transport Minister Anthony Loke vows action after seven die in North-South Expressway tragedy near Ayer Keroh toll plaza
The scene of the collision, which occurred at Kilometre 204 of the northbound North-South Expressway, near the Ayer Keroh Rest and Service Area (R&R) December 23, 2024. — Bernama pic
Tuesday, 24 Dec 2024 2:44 PM MYT
KUALA LUMPUR, Dec 24 — In the wake of a devastating road accident that claimed seven lives on the North-South Expressway near the Ayer Keroh toll plaza last night, Minister of Transport Anthony Loke has expressed his condolences to the families of the victims.
In a statement, Loke extended his heartfelt sympathy on behalf of the Ministry of Transport, stating, “I express my condolences to the families of the victims who lost their lives in the tragic accident yesterday.”
He also said that an initial investigation revealed that the deadly crash was triggered by a detached tyre from a trailer truck, which caused a tourist bus to swerve. The bus then collided with three oncoming vehicles, resulting in the fatalities and numerous injuries.
“I have instructed the Director of the JPJ Enforcement Division to immediately conduct a thorough investigation into the cause of the accident and take appropriate follow-up actions against the trailer truck company and the bus involved,” Loke added.
The minister also reassured the public that the Road Transport Department (JPJ) would continue to enforce strict and coordinated measures against heavy commercial vehicles to ensure safety standards are upheld.
“We are committed to guaranteeing the safety of all road users,” he said.
Seven people were killed and 33 others injured in the collision, which occurred at Kilometre 204 of the northbound North-South Expressway, near the Ayer Keroh Rest and Service Area (R&R) last night.
The crash involved a tour bus carrying 27 passengers, a trailer, and a Toyota Estima MPV.
The fatalities included three men, three women, and a baby girl.
The victims’ bodies were sent to Melaka Hospital, and the injured were taken to various hospitals.
The incident caused traffic congestion of over 10 kilometres in both directions.
I think the southern stretch road had recently resurfaced, so driving should be smoother, but at night? That's another whole level of driving condition to deal with despite the preparation. However, media must be relentless on the loose wheel on the road, no half-baked reporting, no insinuation, just straight fact of the situation, otherwise, Anthony Loke's ass goes.
ReplyDeleteIt is a Systemic and cultural Safety problem with the Transport Ministry and its major contractor, Puspakom.
ReplyDeleteJust penalising THIS particular lorry operator will not solve or prevent future problems.
Does Anthony Loke have the Balls to go after the real problem ?
Remove Tol, Remove AP so Malays can buy better car than those moving coffin??
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