Driver killed in collision with lorry on Sarawak coastal road

BINTULU — A man lost his life in a traffic collision involving his car and a lorry on the Bintulu-Samalaju Coastal Road in Sarawak on Thursday. Emergency responders attended the scene following reports of the accident, which occurred along the coastal highway connecting the two towns. The circumstances leading to the collision are currently under investigation by traffic authorities. The identity of the deceased has not been disclosed pending notification of next of kin. The incident marks another fatal accident on a major transport route in the state, highlighting ongoing road safety concerns in the region. Traffic authorities have urged motorists to exercise caution and adhere to speed limits on the coastal corridor.