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Motorcyclist dies in Miri after rear-end collision at traffic light

Tragic motorcycle crash on Jln Bau-Lundu claims two lives

Two locals died in a motorcycle accident on Jalan Bau-Lundu near Kampung Stenggang, Bau. The motorcycle, traveling from Lundu to Bau, reportedly lost control while overtaking a lorry and crashed into a guardrail. Bau police chief Supt Mohd Haide A Rahman confirmed the fatalities and stated the case is under investigation per Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. He urged witnesses to contact the police and advised road users to exercise caution, especially during uncertain weather.

Searchers in Kanowit find missing barge crew member’s body

The body of a 54-year-old barge crew member, Jamie Adong, was recovered near Nanga Pedai, Kanowit, after he fell into the Rajang River on Tuesday. Villagers found the body about 5km downstream from the incident site. The SAR operation, involving various agencies and locals, was called off following the discovery. Police confirmed the identity and preliminary investigations suggest no foul play.

Search launched for missing barge worker who fell into Rajang River near Kanowit

A search and rescue operation is underway for a 54-year-old barge worker, Jamie Adong, who fell into the Rajang River near Kanowit, Sarawak. The incident occurred around 4:20 pm on Saturday while he was relieving himself at the stern of the barge. A crew member witnessed the fall. The search, involving police, fire and rescue, and other agencies, began Sunday morning due to poor weather conditions on Saturday. Foul play is not suspected.

Foreign construction worker who fell into river found drowned

The body of a 22-year-old foreign construction worker, Randi, was found in Sungai Penasu, Daro, after he fell in on Sunday. Villagers discovered the body and informed authorities. Fire and Rescue, police, Civil Defence, and villagers had been searching since the incident. The body was transported to Sibu Hospital.

DOSH issues 4 prohibition notices after fatal accident at Jln Stutong construction site

A construction worker in Kuching, Sarawak died after being struck by a falling concrete lintel beam at a construction site on Jalan Stutong. The Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) Sarawak issued four Notices of Prohibition (NOPs) against the employer and is investigating the incident under the Occupational Safety and Health Act 1994. The 33-year-old scaffolder was removing wire binding when the beam fell from the 7th floor during a hoisting operation. Employers found in breach of the Act face fines up to RM500,000.

DOSH orders full probe into Kerteh gas pipeline leak

A Petronas Gas Berhad (PGB) butane gas pipeline leaked at the East Coast Rail Link (ECRL) construction site near Kerteh, Terengganu. The Department of Occupational Safety and Health (DOSH) has ordered a full investigation report and halted construction in the affected area. No injuries were reported. PGB has shut off valves and is working to evacuate the gas, a process expected to take three days. The area is restricted, with police security. DOSH will take legal action if safety violations are found.

Construction worker killed by falling concrete beam at Jalan Stutong site

A 33-year-old construction worker died in Kuching after being struck by a falling concrete lintel beam. The incident occurred at a construction site near a private hospital on Jalan Stutong. The beam fell from the second floor while being hoisted to the fifth, hitting the worker's head. Paramedics pronounced him dead at the scene due to severe head injuries. Police are investigating and urge anyone with information to contact the Sungai Maong police station.

Motorcyclist killed in crash with MPV at Jalan Bau-Kuching

A motorcyclist died in a collision with an MPV at KM16.5 Jalan Bau-Kuching yesterday afternoon. The MPV, traveling from Bau, lost control while navigating a corner, crossing into the opposite lane and colliding with the oncoming motorcycle. The motorcyclist was thrown from his bike and pronounced dead at the scene. The MPV's driver and passenger were unharmed. Police are investigating the incident under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 and urge witnesses to come forward.

Simunjan croc attack: Fifth day of SAR for victim yields no results

The search for Ahmad Alzadkhri Sudin, 32, missing since a suspected crocodile attack in Kampung Lubok Punggor, Simunjan, Sarawak, entered its fifth day without success. Sarawak Fire and Rescue Department resumed the search covering a 7km radius and upstream areas, but found no signs of the victim. The search was called off for the day and will continue tomorrow. Ahmad was reportedly attacked while shrimping with his family on Monday.

Police: Man believed to have fallen from Kuching airport’s third floor a foreigner, still in critical condition

A foreign man, married to a Malaysian, is in critical condition after falling from the third floor of Kuching International Airport. Kuching police chief ACP Alexson Naga Chabu confirmed the incident, which occurred yesterday afternoon. The man was taken to Sarawak General Hospital. Police are asking for witnesses to come forward with information while urging the public to avoid speculation.

Body of SESB worker swept away recovered

The body of a Sabah Electricity Sdn Bhd (SESB) employee, Masedeh Rosmin, 35, who was swept away by strong currents during maintenance work in Keningau on Tuesday, was recovered on Monday evening. He was found in Sungai Liau by the Galen Star Team. SESB expressed condolences and thanked all involved in the search and rescue operation, including various agencies and local villagers. The operation involved around 40 people and utilized a drone. Two other SESB workers who were also swept away in the incident were previously rescued.

Man critically injured after fall from Kuching International Airport elevated road

A man sustained critical injuries after falling from the elevated road at Kuching International Airport (KIA). He was rushed to Sarawak General Hospital's Emergency Unit. A People's Volunteer Corps (Rela) member witnessed the incident around 2.30pm, noting the victim was responsive when paramedics arrived. A video of the scene circulated on social media. The man, believed to be local, wore jeans and sandals. The extent of his injuries and the cause of the fall remain unclear. Authorities are investigating.

Two injured in late-night crash at Miri’s Pujut 7 intersection

Two people were injured in a car accident involving a car and a 4WD vehicle at the Jalan Pujut 7 traffic light intersection in Miri, Sarawak late last night. Firefighters responded to the scene after receiving a distress call at 11:50 pm. The two occupants of the car, a 29-year-old man and a 24-year-old woman, were extricated by police, Civil Defence Force, and Health Ministry personnel before the fire department's arrival. The 4WD driver fled the scene and the case is under police investigation.

In Simunjan, two die after 4WD collides with hatchback car

Two people died in a car crash in Simunjan, Sarawak, Malaysia. A 4WD vehicle collided with a hatchback car at the Kampung Mambai junction. The hatchback's driver, Maical Pisang, 59, and passenger, Endang Ganda, 55, succumbed to their injuries. The 4WD driver was unharmed. The accident occurred when the 4WD, traveling from Sebangan to Kampung Beliong, hit the hatchback as it was turning right towards Sebuyau town. Police are investigating the incident under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.

2 die in Simunjan after 4WD collides with hatchback car

Two people died in a car crash in Simunjan, Sarawak, Malaysia. A 4WD vehicle collided with a hatchback car at the Kampung Mambai junction. The hatchback's driver, Maical Pisang, 59, and passenger, Endang Ganda, 55, succumbed to their injuries. The 4WD driver was unharmed. The accident occurred when the 4WD, traveling from Sebangan to Kampung Beliong, hit the hatchback as it was turning right towards Sebuyau town. Police are investigating the incident under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.

12-year-old boy killed in croc attack near Kpg Empila in Kota Samarahan

A 12-year-old boy was killed in a crocodile attack while fishing in a river near Kampung Empila, Kota Samarahan, Malaysia. He was casting a net from a boat when a crocodile attacked, witnessed by someone in a nearby boat. Fire and Rescue Department personnel recovered the body about 10 meters from the attack site with injuries to his body and chest. The body was handed over to the police.

Zara Qairina never lodged complaints while living in school hostel – Head warden

Zara Qairina Mahathir, a student at SMKA Tun Datu Mustapha, was found unconscious in a school drain. The head warden and Arabic teacher, Azhari Abd Sagap, testified that he had never received any complaints from Zara Qairina about hostel issues. He recounted receiving a distress call at 3:04 am and finding her injured. He called emergency services twice and informed the school principal. Attempts to contact Zara Qairina's parents were unsuccessful.

No leads on day 8 of search for man in Rejang river cargo vessel mishap

The search for a 64-year-old man, Hui Chye Mee, missing after a cargo vessel accident in the Rajang River near Tanjung Kunyit, Sarawak, entered its eighth day with no new leads. Rescue teams, including Bomba, police, and Civil Defence Force, continue to expand their search upstream and downstream, covering a wider area each day. The vessel owner went missing on September 10th, and despite extensive efforts, no trace has been found.

Sabah Electricity staff, teenager feared drowned

A Sabah Electricity technical staff member is feared drowned after being swept away by floodwaters in Keningau, Sabah. The incident occurred while he and two colleagues were attempting to cross a river during heavy rain. Two colleagues escaped, but the victim, in his 30s, was carried away by the strong current. Search and rescue operations, involving fire and rescue personnel and other agencies, are ongoing, covering a 40km radius along the Pagalan River.