Biker, 25, killed in four-vehicle crash near Tangkak
Tangkak police chief Supt Roslan Mohd Talib said police received a report of the accident at about 2.12am.
"Initial investigations found that the accident occurred when a motorcyclist, who was on his way from Melaka to Muar, is believed to have lost control of his machine before crashing into the rear of a pick-up truck parked on the road shoulder.
"The motorcyclist fell and was then hit by a sedan car coming from behind. At the same time, a sports utility vehicle (SUV), also coming from the same direction, crashed into the victim's motorcycle that was on the road," he said in a statement Monday.
The victim died at the scene and the case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for causing death by reckless or dangerous driving.
Those with information regarding the incident have been urged to contact investigating officer Insp Khairul Azmi Ibrahim at 011-12445836.
Police also advised the public not to park their vehicles on road shoulders to avoid the risk of accidents, warning that stern action will be taken against offenders. - Bernama
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