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New Straits Times
12-06-2025
- Automotive
- New Straits Times
Task force calls for transport safety overhaul after deadly lorry crash
KUALA LUMPUR: The Transport Ministry has been urged to consider a series of intervention measures to enhance safety in public and freight transport, with a particular emphasis on heavy vehicles within both the commercial sector and government fleets. In its preliminary report on the fatal crash involving a Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) truck and a gravel-laden lorry, the Road Safety Investigation Special Task Force recommended greater enforcement of the Land Public Transport Commission's Industry Code of Practice – Safety (ICOP-Safety) among heavy vehicle operators. "Priority should be given to ensuring full compliance by government agencies and departments with the mandatory use of seat belts in all government-owned vehicles," the report stated. The task force also suggested that government agencies consider using buses for administrative and non-operational passenger transport, especially for official functions. Additionally, the ministry is urged to develop a centralised monitoring system for commercial vehicles, incorporating technologies such as the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS), dashboard cameras, and real-time tracking systems. "The installation of dashcams in government vehicles would allow for more comprehensive operational and safety oversight," it said. The report further recommended expanding the use of data recorders and other monitoring technologies in government-owned vehicles, subject to each agency's operational needs and safety protocols. On the legislative front, the task force stressed the need to strengthen provisions under the Land Public Transport Act 2010. This includes stricter enforcement of load limits, enhanced licensing and monitoring of operators, and regular safety and maintenance audits. It also proposed introducing mandatory self-inspection audits among industry players to ensure adherence to maintenance protocols, proper documentation, and compliance with scheduled audits. "All safety and maintenance records should be kept for at least seven years. A centralised database should be established and made accessible to the ministry, relevant authorities, and industry players in accordance with the provisions of the upcoming Data Sharing Act 2025," it said. This database should include records on driver performance and health, operator compliance history, and a real-time route monitoring system for heavy vehicles. The ministry is also encouraged to explore the integration of artificial intelligence in the management and operation of land public transport systems. Additionally, the task force recommended revisiting the proposal to establish the Malaysian Transport Safety Board (MTSB) as an independent body to coordinate transport-related investigations and formulate safety recommendations. On May 13, nine FRU personnel were killed in an accident involving a gravel-laden lorry and the FRU truck along Jalan Chikus Sungai Lampam in Teluk Intan. The victims were identified as S. Perumal, 44; Mohd Roslan Abd Rahim, 46; Mohd Pozli Jaudin, 41; Nurit A.K. Pandak, 34; Amiruddin Zabri, 38; Mohamad Hilmi Mohd Azlan, 38; Akmal Muhamad, 35; Damarrulan Abdul Latif, 33; and Akmal Wafi Annuar, 28.
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New Straits Times
16-05-2025
- New Straits Times
[UPDATED] Lorry driver charged with dangerous driving that killed nine FRU policemen
TELUK INTAN: The driver of the lorry involved in the tragic accident that killed nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) policemen on Tuesday was charged in the Sessions Court here today with nine counts of reckless or dangerous driving causing death. Rudi Zulkarnian Mat Radi, 45, pleaded not guilty to all the charges, which were framed under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. According to the charge sheet, the accused was charged with driving a lorry in a manner that was dangerous to the public which resulted in the deaths of nine people at KM15, Jalan Sungai Manik, in the Hilir Perak district at around 9.05am on May 13. He was charged with causing the deaths of S. Perumal, 44; Mohd Roslan Abd Rahim, 46; Mohd Pozli Jaudin, 41; Nurit AK Pandak, 34; Amiruddin Zabri, 38; Mohamad Hilmi Mohd Azlan, 38; Akmal Muhamad, 35; Damarrulan Abdul Latif, 33; and Akmal Wafi Annuar, 28. For each charge, the accused faces imprisonment of not less than five years and not more than 10 years, and a fine of not less than RM20,000 and not more than RM50,000 as well as disqualification from holding or obtaining a driver's license for at least five years upon conviction. Deputy public prosecutor Izzuddin Fakri Hamdan while lawyer Francis Sinnapan from the National Legal Aid Foundation represented the accused. Izzuddin Fakri offered bail of RM10,000 with one surety for each charge and requested the court to set additional conditions, including for the accused's driving licence be suspended until the case is concluded in court, and that he report weekly to the nearest police station. Francis, however, pleaded for leniency on the grounds that the accused is single, lives in the Hilir Perak district, earns RM2,000 a month as a lorry driver, and suffers from asthma. He added that his client is prepared to comply with any conditions set by the court. Judge Nur Hamizah Shaffiuddin later set bail at RM6,000 for all of the charges and fixed June 17 as mention. Nur Hamizah also granted the request by the deputy public prosecutor for additional conditions to be set on the accused. It was reported that a lorry, believed to have suffered a steering malfunction, crashed head-on with a police lorry carrying 18 FRU policemen during the accident.
New Straits Times
14-05-2025
- New Straits Times
Grief overwhelms father at funeral of FRU sergeant killed in Teluk Intan crash
IPOH: The father of Sergeant S. Perumal, one of nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel killed in the tragic Teluk Intan crash, was visibly overcome with grief during his son's funeral at the Buntong Crematorium. M. Sugunanathan, 68, nearly fainted as emotions overwhelmed him, requiring support from close family members throughout the funeral rites. Earlier, the hearse carrying Perumal's body arrived at the crematorium around 5pm, from the family residence in Bandar Lahat Mines around 5pm. The late Perumal's body was accompanied and carried by the FRU team before the national flag covering the coffin was handed over by Inspector of Water Cannon Crew 5A FRU, Assistant Superintendent S. Sivakumar, to Sugunanathan. The deceased, aged 44, was then cremated starting at 5.45pm after the completion of religious rites according to Hindu customs. A sorrowful and somber atmosphere enveloped the funeral, which was attended by about 100 family members and acquaintances. Yesterday, an FRU truck carrying 18 personnel from Unit 5 Sungai Senam collided with a rock-laden lorry at KM15 of Jalan Chikus–Sungai Lampam in Teluk Intan. Eight officers died at the scene , and a ninth passed away while receiving treatment at Teluk Intan Hospital. Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said the truck which crashed head-on into the police lorry is believed to have suffered a steering malfunction. He said the FRU vehicle, returning to Ipoh after completing duties for the Chitrapournami festival, was struck by the truck transporting rocks.
The Sun
14-05-2025
- The Sun
FRU truck crash: Sgt S Perumal laid to rest
IPOH: The remains of Sgt S. Perumal, 44, one of the nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel who perished in the fatal crash along Jalan Chikus–Sungai Lampam in Teluk Intan yesterday, were laid to rest at the Buntong Crematorium here at 5.45 pm today. Earlier, family members, relatives, and friends gathered at the late Perumal's residence in Bandar Lahat Mines, Lahat, to pay their final respects from 9 am, with religious rites commencing at 2.30 pm. A sombre atmosphere enveloped the crematorium grounds as over 100 mourners struggled to contain their grief upon the arrival of the late officer's remains at around 5 pm. The cremation was carried out with full honours according to Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) protocol, including a ceremonial guard of honour, before the family performed the final religious rites. Among those present to pay their last respects was ASP S. Sivakumar of FRU Unit 5 (Water Cannon), Sungai Senam, who formally presented the police ensign to the deceased's father, K. Sugunanathan, 68. The remains of Perumal and the eight other victims were earlier released in stages from the Forensic Department of Teluk Intan Hospital late last night after post-mortem. The remains of all Muslim FRU personnel were first brought to Surau Ar-Rahman at the Hilir Perak District police headquarters for funeral prayers, before being transported to FRU Unit 5 in Sungai Senam, Ipoh, for a second prayer service at Surau Ar-Mustaqim. They were then accorded final respects with full PDRM honours at the unit's headquarters, before being taken to their respective family homes and burial sites as requested by the next of kin. The tragic accident, which occurred at approximately 8.50 am yesterday, claimed the lives of nine FRU members when the vehicle carrying 18 personnel collided with a lorry transporting gravel. Eight were pronounced dead at the scene, while one succumbed to injuries while receiving treatment at Teluk Intan Hospital.
Barnama
14-05-2025
- Barnama
FRU Truck Crash: Sgt S Perumal Laid To Rest
IPOH, May 14 (Bernama) -- The remains of Sgt S. Perumal, 44, one of the nine Federal Reserve Unit (FRU) personnel who perished in the fatal crash along Jalan Chikus–Sungai Lampam in Teluk Intan yesterday, were laid to rest at the Buntong Crematorium here at 5.45 pm today. Earlier, family members, relatives, and friends gathered at the late Perumal's residence in Bandar Lahat Mines, Lahat, to pay their final respects from 9 am, with religious rites commencing at 2.30 pm. A sombre atmosphere enveloped the crematorium grounds as over 100 mourners struggled to contain their grief upon the arrival of the late officer's remains at around 5 pm. The cremation was carried out with full honours according to Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) protocol, including a ceremonial guard of honour, before the family performed the final religious rites. Among those present to pay their last respects was ASP S. Sivakumar of FRU Unit 5 (Water Cannon), Sungai Senam, who formally presented the police ensign to the deceased's father, K. Sugunanathan, 68. The remains of Perumal and the eight other victims were earlier released in stages from the Forensic Department of Teluk Intan Hospital late last night after post-mortem. The remains of all Muslim FRU personnel were first brought to Surau Ar-Rahman at the Hilir Perak District police headquarters for funeral prayers, before being transported to FRU Unit 5 in Sungai Senam, Ipoh, for a second prayer service at Surau Ar-Mustaqim. They were then accorded final respects with full PDRM honours at the unit's headquarters, before being taken to their respective family homes and burial sites as requested by the next of kin. The tragic accident, which occurred at approximately 8.50 am yesterday, claimed the lives of nine FRU members when the vehicle carrying 18 personnel collided with a lorry transporting gravel.
