A 19-year-old motorcyclist was involved in a road accident in Penang last night (28 December), leaving him trapped under the tyre of a sports utility vehicle (SUV).
The motorcyclist, who was riding a Yamaha LC, became stuck under the tyre of a Honda CR-V along Persiaran Lengkuas in Tanjung Tokong, George Town.
A 19-year-old motorcyclist was trapped in the tyre of a Honda CR-V
Penang Fire and Rescue Department (JBPM) Operations Division Assistant Director John Sagun Francis said they received an emergency call at 9:21 PM, with a fire engine from the Bagan Jermal Fire and Rescue Station arriving at the scene eight minutes later, as reported by Sinar Harian.
He added that the victim had already been freed by members of the public before the fire brigade arrived.
“The victim was trapped in the car’s tyre but was successfully freed by the public. Our Operations Response Team (PKO) then carried out further rescue work and made sure the victim was safe,” he said.
The victim was taken to the hospital for further treatment
Sagun Francis said that the victim suffered minor injuries to the neck, arms, and legs.
“The victim was given preliminary treatment by the Health Ministry (MOH) team at the scene before being taken to Penang General Hospital in an MOH ambulance for further care.”
He added that the operation was concluded at 9:51 PM after the scene was confirmed safe.
“The rescue involved six personnel, including a supervisor, and one FRT fire engine,” he said.
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