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An assistant medical officer lost her life in a tragic accident involving a private ambulance and a trailer at Kilometre 330.8 of the North-South Expressway northbound near Tapah early this morning. According to Tapah district police chief Supt Mohd Naim Asnawi, the incident occurred at around 4:30 am, when the 30-year-old victim was trapped in the front passenger seat and succumbed to her injuries at the scene.
The accident happened when the ambulance, driven by a 41-year-old man, collided with the rear of a trailer in the left lane. The ambulance was en route back to Ipoh after dropping off a patient at Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia Hospital in Cheras. The trailer was travelling to Bukit Mertajam in Penang from Klang, Selangor, to deliver goods.
“The ambulance driver sustained minor injuries, while the 32-year-old trailer driver was unhurt,” Mohd Naim said in a statement. The victim's body was transported to Tapah Hospital for a post-mortem examination. The case is currently under investigation under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which deals with causing death by reckless or dangerous driving.
Mohd Naim has called upon any witnesses to come forward to aid in the investigation. He urged anyone with information to contact the investigating officer, Inspector Mohd Faizan Ahmad @ Mohammed Razikin, at 013-2087919.
The accident underscores the inherent risks faced by medical personnel who often travel long distances to ensure patients receive timely medical care. This tragedy not only highlights the need for stringent road safety measures but also the importance of driver vigilance to prevent such heartbreaking incidents.
In response to the incident, authorities have reiterated the importance of adhering to road safety regulations to prevent similar tragedies. The police continue to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash to ensure accountability and justice for the victim. This incident serves as a sombre reminder of the dangers present on the roads and the need for continuous efforts to improve road safety for all.
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