PENAMPANG: A 41-year-old motorcyclist was killed after losing control of his motorcycle and crashing into a rocky drain along Jalan Sapulut-Tambunan near Kampung Notorus here on Sunday.
Penampang district police chief Supt Sammy Newton said initial investigations found that the victim was believed to have lost control before skidding into the drain.
The victim was pronounced dead at the scene by medical personnel.
The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
Police are urging anyone with information on the incident to contact investigating officer Insp Saparia Ladoni at 019-8095133 to assist in the investigation.
Newton also advised road users to exercise caution, control their speed and obey traffic regulations at all times.
