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Police Probe Fatal Black Maria Crash Involving Perak Holiday-Makers
A holiday trip to Kuala Lumpur ended in tragedy when a police vehicle carrying a family from Kampar, Perak was involved in a fatal crash. One survivor remains in critical condition, according to police.
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Authorities are investigating a serious road accident involving a Black Maria police vehicle that claimed multiple lives on a holiday route in the capital. The victims were residents of Kampar in Perak state who had been visiting Kuala Lumpur when the incident occurred.
Police confirmed that a family member who survived the crash is currently receiving treatment in critical condition at a medical facility. The exact circumstances surrounding the collision remain under investigation by traffic authorities.
The incident has raised fresh concerns about road safety involving police vehicles transporting passengers. Authorities did not immediately disclose additional details about the number of victims or the events leading up to the crash.
Police have urged anyone with information about the accident to come forward to assist with the ongoing investigation. The case highlights the unpredictable hazards that can disrupt family travel plans across Malaysia.