15 Dead, Including UPSI Students, in Horrific Malaysian Road Crash

GERIK, MALAYSIA – A devastating road accident early Monday morning in Gerik, Perak, has claimed the lives of 15 people, including students from the Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI). The accident occurred on the East-West Highway (JRTB) Gerik-Jeli around 12:30 AM. Deputy Home Minister Datuk Seri Dr Shamsul Anuar Nasarah confirmed that a detailed investigation is underway under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. "All parties are urged not to speculate on this incident," he stated. The video shows the aftermath of the accident, the damaged bus, and the press conference where the Deputy Minister made the announcement. One commenter wrote, "Dh rmai2 gone, bru nk siasat itu ini. Slma ni rkyt dok komplen, krjaan bt apa ? 😏" expressing frustration at the delayed investigation. The government's commitment to a thorough investigation offers some solace to the grieving families and the community. The investigation will likely examine various factors to determine the cause of the accident, potentially including driver error, vehicle maintenance, or road conditions. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of road safety.