Trapped driver injured in two-vehicle crash in Kota Belud
Published on: Mon, Aug 04, 2025
By: R Gonzales Text Size: Firefighters extricating the victim from the vehicle. KOTA BELUD: A man sustained serious injuries after being trapped in a collision involving two vehicles in Kg Tambilaung, here, on Saturday. In the 8.55pm incident, a 53-year-old Wal Belah, who was driving a Proton Wira was reportedly suffered injuries to various parts of his body. Another man, aged 33, who was driving a Perodua Bezza, was also injured but was rescued by members of the public at the scene. Kota Belud Fire and Rescue Station (BBP) chief Elge Bakuk said the station received an emergency call at 9pm regarding the incident. 'A total of nine personnel were deployed to the scene with one fire engine and an Emergency Medical Rescue Services (EMRS) utility vehicle. 'Upon arrival, firefighters found one victim trapped in the front seat of the Proton Wira. The team used specialized equipment to extricate the victim,' he said. Elge said the injured driver was then handed over to the Ministry of Health (KKM) personnel and transported to Kota Belud Hospital for further treatment. 'The fire team also inspected both vehicles and the surrounding area to ensure there were no additional hazards. 'The cause of the accident is still under investigation, and the operation ended at 9.56pm,' he said. * Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel and Telegram for breaking news alerts and key updates! * Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
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