A senior police officer was killed after the motorcycle he was riding collided with a lorry along the Batang Kali-Genting road on Tuesday afternoon.
The victim, Superintendent Yuslimezam Hashim, who served as the Head of Logistics at the Pahang Police Contingent Headquarters (IPK Pahang), died at the scene after suffering severe head injuries in the crash.
Hulu Selangor Deputy District Police Chief Deputy Superintendent Mohd Asri Mohd Yunus said the accident occurred at approximately 4.45pm.
Preliminary investigations revealed that the 51-year-old officer was riding alone from Alor Setar, Kedah, and was travelling towards the Pahang Police Contingent Headquarters when the tragedy unfolded.
According to police, the crash happened when Yuslimezam was negotiating a left-hand bend along the Batang Kali route heading towards Genting Highlands. He is believed to have lost control of his motorcycle before veering into the opposite lane and colliding with an oncoming lorry driven by a 50-year-old man.
The impact proved fatal, and the officer was pronounced dead at the scene. His body was later transported to Kuala Kubu Bharu Hospital for a post-mortem examination.
Meanwhile, the lorry driver sustained minor injuries to his face and chest and received medical treatment.
Authorities have launched an investigation under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 to determine the exact cause of the accident.
Police are also appealing to members of the public who may have witnessed the incident or possess relevant information to come forward and assist investigators.
Earlier, Pahang Police confirmed the officer’s passing in a Facebook post, stating that he had been involved in a motorcycle accident near a campsite in the area.
In the statement, Pahang Police Chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman and PERKEP Pahang Chairperson Datin Seri Sumarnie Haris extended their condolences to the late officer’s family and prayed for strength and comfort during this difficult time.
The loss of Superintendent Yuslimezam has been deeply felt within the police force, where he was known for his service and dedication throughout his career.
