Wildlife encounter causes patrol vehicle crash in Terengganu, injures two officers

HULU TERENGGANU — A routine patrol in Hulu Terengganu turned hazardous on Nov 9 when two police officers were injured in a traffic accident triggered by an unexpected encounter with monkeys on the roadway.

The officers' patrol vehicle suddenly skidded before overturning after the driver swerved to avoid the animals crossing the road. Emergency response teams arrived promptly at the scene and found both occupants conscious, despite the severity of the collision.

Both officers were subsequently transported to a nearby medical facility for treatment of their injuries. Authorities did not immediately provide details on the extent of their conditions or the specific circumstances that led to the group of monkeys being on the road at the time of the incident.

The accident highlights ongoing safety concerns in certain Malaysian regions where wildlife frequently intersects with vehicular traffic. Local authorities have advised motorists to exercise caution in areas known to be habitats for primates and other wild animals, particularly during dawn and dusk hours when such creatures are most active.