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Police seek motorcyclist in hit-and-run involving schoolgirls
Authorities in Penang are hunting for a motorcyclist after a viral video showed two female students being struck outside a school in Bukit Mertajam. The incident has prompted police to launch an investigation into the hit-and-run incident.
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Police in Bukit Mertajam are appealing for public assistance in identifying a motorcyclist involved in a collision with two schoolgirls near a local educational institution. The incident, which was captured on video and subsequently shared on social media, has drawn significant public attention.
According to police records, the motorcyclist allegedly struck the two students while they were outside the school premises. Following the collision, the rider fled the scene without rendering assistance or providing details to the victims.
The circulation of the video on social platforms has helped publicize the case, with authorities urging anyone with information about the incident or the identity of the motorcyclist to come forward. Police are reviewing available footage and gathering witness statements as part of their ongoing investigation.
Members of the public with relevant information are encouraged to contact the local police station or submit tips through official channels. The incident has raised concerns about road safety near school areas in the region.