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The Star
06-06-2025
- The Star
FRU crash tragedy: JPJ opens investigation paper on lorry company
Muhammad Kifli (left), pictured here during Ops Khas Hari Raya Aidiladha on June 5, says the lorry involved in the crash had violated permit terms by transporting an unauthorised load. – BERNAMApic KOTA BARU: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has opened an investigation paper on the lorry company involved in the accident which took the lives of nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel in Teluk Intan, Perak, last month. JPJ senior director (Enforcement) Muhammad Kifli Ma Hassan said the investigation was being conducted under Section 57 of the Land Public Transport Act 2010. ALSO READ: Apad revokes licence of lorry company involved in accident that killed nine FRU members "JPJ has seized the lorry involved, and the investigating officer has been instructed to complete the investigation paper by the end of this month. "Once completed, it will be submitted to prosecutors for further action,' he told reporters after observing Ops Khas Hari Raya Aidiladha here on Thursday (June 5) night. He said the initial investigation found that there was a violation of permit conditions involving the company. ALSO READ: JPJ warns lorry operators to not flout regulations "The company was found to have violated the permit conditions by carrying an unauthorised load, namely stones, while the permit was to transport coal. "We are still investigating the case and appropriate action will be taken,' he said. On May 12, the lorry collided with a truck carrying 18 FRU members on Jalan Chikus-Sungai Lampan, Teluk Intan, while they were on their way back to Ipoh. As a result of the accident, nine FRU members were killed, while nine others were injured. – Bernama
The Star
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Star
‘Stern action will be taken to address rampant tipper lorry violations'
SHAH ALAM: Tipper lorries are among the highest number of goods vehicles seized by Road Transport Department (JPJ) in enforcement operations since 2022. Senior Enforcement director Muhammad Kifli Ma Hassan said 602 tipper lorries were seized from 2022 to April this year. 'Overall, we seized 3,061 lorries during the same period. 'In 2022, we seized 102 tipper lorries, followed by 252 in 2023 and 189 last year. 'Between January and April this year, from 365 lorries seized, 59 of them were tipper lorries,' he said at the JPJ Enforcement Station at Elmina yesterday. He said tipper lorries are also among vehicles with the most traffic violations. 'The offences include overloading, expired road tax and failure to undergo regular inspections. 'We do not want the offences to endanger other road users,' he added. He said the department is taking the matter seriously and has since instructed all enforcement division chiefs in each state to step up operations on lorries. 'We will focus on lorries with expired road tax, no insurance and technical offences. 'We will step up operations and stern action will be taken to ensure the safety of all road users. This is our pledge following accidents caused by lorry drivers who violated traffic regulations.' He also issued a stern warning to lorry owners and drivers who continue to flout road regulations, including operating vehicles without valid road tax, insurance or mandatory inspections. He said the department will not tolerate such violations and has proposed stringent measures, including the suspension of operating licences, revocation of lorry permits and vehicle forfeiture. So far, 135 vehicles have been seized under Section 80 of the Act in Selangor and Pahang, he said. 'Of these, seven vehicles have been forfeited,' he said, adding that most of these cases involved lorries carrying excessive loads. 'Between 2019 and April this year, a total of 513 companies have been proposed for suspension of their operational licences or vehicle permits. 'During the same period, 28 warning notices were also issued to the respective companies,' he added. Muhammad Kifli said the JPJ will also initiate investigations against any individuals or companies found obstructing enforcement officers during inspections.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- The Sun
APAD urged to revoke licences of non-compliant transport operators
SHAH ALAM: The Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) has been urged to revoke the licenses of any transport company that fails to ensure the safety of its vehicles on public roads. Road Transport Department (JPJ) senior enforcement director Muhammad Kifli Mat Hassan said the call comes in response to a rise in cases where lorry and heavy vehicle operators fail to renew their motor vehicle licenses, running without valid insurance coverage, and neglecting mandatory inspections at the Computerised Vehicle Inspection Centre (Puspakom). 'Between 2022 and 2024, JPJ seized 2,696 lorries. As of April, 365 lorries were seized for various offences, including overloading and being unfit to be on the road. 'According to statistics from the Vehicle Inspection and Safety Audit Report (JISA), JPJ has recommended that APAD revoke 15 vehicle permits, suspend 513 operator licenses or vehicle permits, and issue warnings in 28 other cases,' he told reporters at the Elmina Selatan Enforcement Station here today. Muhammad Kifli said of the 3,061 lorries seized, 135 were impounded under Section 80 of the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333), seven were forfeited under the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715), adding that investigations are underway for the remaining cases. He said the department has also initiated 17 investigations into commercial vehicles, including lorries, involved in accidents caused by negligence or mechanical failures. He said that of the total cases, one has resulted in sentencing, three are currently on trial, one is undergoing prosecution, 11 remain under investigation, and one is awaiting a chemical analysis report. Muhammad Kifli said that starting this year, JPJ has opened investigation papers under Section 234 of the Road Transport Act 1987 for obstructing JPJ officers from carrying out their duties. '...six investigation papers have been opened involving cases where lorry drivers fled and abandoned their vehicles in the middle of the road when approached for inspection, including incidents where drivers deliberately damaged their vehicles,' he added.
The Sun
22-05-2025
- The Sun
JPJ urges APAD to revoke unsafe transport licenses
SHAH ALAM: The Land Public Transport Agency (APAD) has been urged to revoke the licenses of any transport company that fails to ensure the safety of its vehicles on public roads. Road Transport Department (JPJ) senior enforcement director Muhammad Kifli Mat Hassan said the call comes in response to a rise in cases where lorry and heavy vehicle operators fail to renew their motor vehicle licenses, running without valid insurance coverage, and neglecting mandatory inspections at the Computerised Vehicle Inspection Centre (Puspakom). 'Between 2022 and 2024, JPJ seized 2,696 lorries. As of April, 365 lorries were seized for various offences, including overloading and being unfit to be on the road. 'According to statistics from the Vehicle Inspection and Safety Audit Report (JISA), JPJ has recommended that APAD revoke 15 vehicle permits, suspend 513 operator licenses or vehicle permits, and issue warnings in 28 other cases,' he told reporters at the Elmina Selatan Enforcement Station here today. Muhammad Kifli said of the 3,061 lorries seized, 135 were impounded under Section 80 of the Road Transport Act 1987 (Act 333), seven were forfeited under the Land Public Transport Act 2010 (Act 715), adding that investigations are underway for the remaining cases. He said the department has also initiated 17 investigations into commercial vehicles, including lorries, involved in accidents caused by negligence or mechanical failures. He said that of the total cases, one has resulted in sentencing, three are currently on trial, one is undergoing prosecution, 11 remain under investigation, and one is awaiting a chemical analysis report. Muhammad Kifli said that starting this year, JPJ has opened investigation papers under Section 234 of the Road Transport Act 1987 for obstructing JPJ officers from carrying out their duties. '...six investigation papers have been opened involving cases where lorry drivers fled and abandoned their vehicles in the middle of the road when approached for inspection, including incidents where drivers deliberately damaged their vehicles,' he added.
The Star
22-05-2025
- The Star
JPJ seizes tipper lorries without valid road tax since 2016 in Rawang, Cyberjaya ops
SHAH ALAM: The Road Transport Department (JPJ) has seized three tipper lorries that have been operating without valid road tax since 2016 and 2018 during a recent enforcement operation in Rawang and Cyberjaya. In a dramatic twist, one of the lorries was abandoned in the middle of the road by its driver, who was believed to be a foreign national, after spotting JPJ officers approaching. In Cyberjaya, another driver resorted to sabotage by breaking the drive shaft of the lorry he was operating in an attempt to prevent the vehicle from being seized. JPJ senior enforcement director Muhammad Kifli Ma Hassan said the lorries were identified during routine patrols at both locations. 'All three vehicles appeared suspicious and were stopped for inspection. One was left abandoned on the road, while another driver damaged a key vehicle component in a bid to obstruct enforcement. "Nevertheless, officers managed to tow the lorry to the JPJ station for further action,' he told reporters at the JPJ Enforcement Station in Elmina on Thursday (May 22). Investigations revealed that one of the lorries had been operating without road tax or valid insurance since Oct 20, 2016, he said. "The other two had been in breach since Aug 20, 2018, and July 4, 2018, respectively," he added. Further inspections uncovered additional violations — one vehicle had undergone an unauthorised engine replacement, while another had a tampered chassis number, he said. 'All three lorries have been impounded and will undergo further technical inspections. Their owners could potentially face vehicle forfeiture,' Muhammad Kifli added. He criticised the irresponsible behaviour of some fleet operators, accusing them of prioritising profits over public safety. 'We will not compromise on this. Stern action, including property forfeiture, will be taken to ensure full compliance with road regulations,' he added. He also issued a warning that any attempt to obstruct enforcement officers can lead to legal action under Section 234 of the Road Transport Act 1987. 'Operators must ensure their vehicles meet all technical and legal standards before putting them on the road. "To those who comply — keep it up. But for those still defying the law, tough action awaits,' he said.
