KOTA KINABALU: A fatal road accident occurred around 11.15 am near Jesselton Medical Centre involving a Perodua Myvi and a SYM motorcycle.
The 32-year-old local motorcyclist, a food delivery rider, died at the scene after being rear-ended by the Myvi.
Preliminary investigations revealed the rider had braked suddenly to avoid a Toyota Hilux cutting lanes when the Myvi struck from behind.
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District police chief ACP Kasim Muda urged witnesses or anyone with dashcam footage to step forward and assist the investigation.
Information can be directed to Investigating Officer Insp. Brymenedren Godon at 010-7768802.
