Six-Vehicle Accident in Jalan Cheras: Two Students Dead, Drunk Driver Arrested
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By Subaashinee Kupusamy,
KUALA LUMPUR, August 12: Two college students tragically lost their lives in a six-vehicle accident early this morning on Jalan Cheras, Kuala Lumpur. The incident occurred at approximately 6:43 AM when a vehicle skidded into the opposite lane, resulting in a collision with five oncoming vehicles.
The victims, both 22 years old, were passengers in one of the vehicles involved. Kuala Lumpur Traffic Enforcement and Investigation Department chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Zamzuri Mohd Isa confirmed that a 23-year-old man, suspected of driving under the influence, was arrested. He is believed to be the driver of the vehicle that lost control and caused the fatal crash.
The authorities are conducting an investigation under Section 44(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which addresses driving under the influence. This section of the Act imposes severe penalties for those found guilty of causing death or injury while driving intoxicated, reflecting the serious nature of the offense.
This tragic incident serves as a sobering reminder of the dangers of driving under the influence, which can have devastating consequences. The loss of these young lives underscores the importance of responsible driving and strict enforcement of traffic laws to prevent such accidents in the future.
The investigation continues as authorities work to gather more details about the circumstances leading up to the crash. The community is left mourning the untimely deaths of these students, whose futures were abruptly cut short due to the reckless actions of an intoxicated driver as stated in the New Straits Times.
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