- The tragic accident involving an Immigration Department truck that claimed the lives of a father and his two daughters has sparked calls for greater caution among drivers of enforcement and emergency vehicles.
- Many questioned whether the use of sirens and beacon lights should allow such vehicles to proceed through a red light without first ensuring that it was safe to do so.
A tragic accident involving an Immigration Department truck in Kuala Lumpur has resulted in the deaths of three family members, including a father and his two daughters. The incident occurred around 1am on Wednesday at a traffic light intersection on Jalan Sultan Ismail.1
The truck, which was reportedly empty, was en route from the Kuala Lumpur Immigration office to Chow Kit to pick up detainees following an operation against illegal immigrants. ACP Mohd Zamzuri Mohd Isa, chief of the Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department, confirmed the details of the accident.
In the wake of the tragedy, there have been increasing calls for greater caution among drivers of enforcement and emergency vehicles. Many have questioned whether the use of sirens and beacon lights should permit these vehicles to proceed through red lights without ensuring it is safe to do so. Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has urged the Immigration Department to conduct a thorough investigation into the circumstances surrounding the crash, emphasizing the need for accountability and safety measures to prevent future incidents.2
This incident highlights the ongoing concerns regarding road safety and the responsibilities of enforcement vehicle drivers, as the community mourns the loss of the family involved in this tragic event.
“The tragic accident involved a father and his two daughters, raising concerns about the safety protocols for enforcement vehicles. Many are questioning whether sirens and beacon lights should permit these vehicles to proceed through red lights without ensuring safety first.”
The Star
