57yo man dies after collapsing on road while riding motorcycle

Medical officers at the scene where the victim collapsed. Photo credit: IPD Kuching via TVS
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KUCHING, Oct 21: A 57-year-old man died after suddenly collapsing onto the road while riding his motorcycle along Jalan Bayor Bukit here on Oct 19.

In a statement issued on Oct 20, Kuching District Police Chief ACP Alexson Naga Anak Chabu said the incident occurred at about 7.30am as the man was travelling from his home in Tabuan Jaya to his workplace at the Kuching bus terminal.

Initial investigations found that upon reaching Jalan Bayor Bukit, the man stopped his motorcycle along the side of the road before suddenly collapsing onto the road.

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He was pronounced dead at the scene by a medical officer from Sarawak General Hospital.

Alexson said the case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.

Police have urged anyone with information on the incident to contact investigating officer Insp Tamimi Majni at 017-2046414 or 082-259900, or visit the nearest police station. – DayakDaily

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