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Two motorcyclists were seriously injured after a car allegedly ran a red light and crashed into them at the Jalan Sultan Ismail intersection in Kuala Lumpur early yesterday morning, 2 April
According to the New Straits Times, Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department chief ACP Zamzuri Isa said the accident occurred at about 4.27am, involving a Honda City and two Yamaha Y15ZR motorcycles.
Initial investigations found the two motorcyclists were crossing the junction on a green light when the car struck them.
One of the victims, a 24-year-old, suffered severe injuries that resulted in the amputation of his left leg, while the other rider, aged 19, sustained fractures to his left arm and leg.
Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department chief ACP Zamzuri Isa.
Image via Bernama/theSunZamzuri said both victims were rushed to Kuala Lumpur Hospital for treatment, while the driver initially fled the scene
The 25-year-old driver was later arrested at a clinic in Rawang, where he had gone to seek medical attention.
Zamzuri said the driver suffered minor injuries in the hand, while a passenger in the car sustained head injuries.
A preliminary breathalyser test found the driver's alcohol level to be within the legal limit. However, a urine sample has been taken for further screening.
The case is being investigated under Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for reckless and dangerous driving
Members of the public with information about the incident are urged to contact the Tun H S Lee traffic police station at +603-20719999 or visit their nearest police station to assist with investigations.
