TAWAU: Two four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicles were involved in a collision at Mile 7 Jalan Apas on Thursday.
OCPD ACP Rosdi Mat Jusoh said preliminary investigations indicated that the accident occurred about 11.30am when the 21-year-old male driver of an Isuzu D-Max allegedly lost control of his vehicle, veered into the opposite lane and collided with an oncoming Toyota Hilux.
The 27-year-old man driving the Hilux was unable to avoid the collision because of the short distance between the two vehicles. Following the impact, both vehicles plunged into a concrete roadside drain.
Rosdi said the drivers and passengers involved sustained injuries and were assisted by the Fire and Rescue Department before being transported by ambulance to Tawau Hospital for treatment.
“All victims have since been discharged after receiving treatment at the hospital’s Emergency Department,” he said.
He added that initial findings suggested the accident may have been caused by the Isuzu D-Max driver’s failure to maintain control of the vehicle.
“However, further investigations are still underway to determine the full circumstances and factors that contributed to the accident,” he said.
The case is being investigated under Rule 10 of LN 166/59.
Rosdi also urged members of the public who witnessed the accident or have relevant information to assist the investigation by contacting Traffic Investigation Officer Sergeant Mohd Hanafiah Mat Sari at 019-886 7715, or the nearest police station.
He reminded motorists to prioritise road safety, obey traffic regulations and maintain proper control of their vehicles at all times.
“Motorists are also advised to exercise extra caution, particularly during rainy weather, as wet and slippery road conditions can increase the risk of accidents,” he said. – James Leong
Rosdi said further investigations are still underway to determine the full circumstances and factors that contributed to the accident.
