Tragic Crash on West Coast Expressway Claims Two Lives
Fatal Accident on WCE
Two members of a family were killed, while four others were injured in a crash involving two vehicles at Kilometre (KM) 212.3 of the West Coast Expressway (WCE) heading south near Manjung, early today.
Victims Identified
Perak Fire and Rescue Department Assistant Director (Operations) Sabarodzi Nor Ahmad identified the victims killed in the crash as Nor Fadhilah Mohd Azlan, 24, and her son, estimated to be two years old.
Injuries and Treatment
Both the victims, who were travelling in a Perodua Kelisa car, died at the scene of the incident, while a 24-year-old man and a three-year-old boy, also travelling in the car, sustained minor injuries. Two other male victims who were in a Proton Wira car were also slightly injured.
Response and Rescue Efforts
Sabzarodzi said a team from the Ayer Tawar Fire and Rescue Station rushed to the scene, about 22 kilometres away, after receiving a distress call at 5:15 am. He said by the time the team arrived, all the victims had been removed from the wreckage by the public. The injured were sent to Seri Manjung Hospital for treatment and the bodies were handed over to the police for further action.
Investigation and Next Steps
The police are currently investigating the cause of the accident and the identities of the injured parties have not been released. The families of the victims have been notified and are receiving support from the authorities.
Conclusion
The tragic accident on the West Coast Expressway serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to exercise caution and attention on the roads. Our thoughts are with the families of the victims and we hope for a speedy recovery for those injured.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Where did the accident occur?
A: The accident occurred at Kilometre (KM) 212.3 of the West Coast Expressway (WCE) heading south near Manjung.
Q: How many people were killed in the accident?
A: Two people, a 24-year-old woman and her two-year-old son, were killed in the accident.
Q: How many people were injured in the accident?
A: Four people were injured in the accident, including two men and two children.
Q: What happened to the injured parties?
A: The injured parties were sent to Seri Manjung Hospital for treatment.