A mother tragically died while her six-year-old daughter sustained minor injuries after the motorcycle they were riding collided at Kilometer 0.5, Jalan Sialang Tangkak, this morning.
The accident occurred around 10 a.m., and the 34-year-old woman was pronounced dead at the scene, while her daughter was sent to Tangkak Hospital for treatment.
Tangkak District Police Chief, Superintendent Roslan Mohd Talib, said the crash likely happened when the mother’s motorcycle grazed a car, causing her to lose control and skid.
“The mother fell onto the road, suffering severe injuries to her chest and head, and was confirmed dead by medical personnel. Her daughter, who was riding pillion, sustained only minor injuries,” he explained.
Investigation into the incident is ongoing under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. The public with information is urged to contact investigating officer Inspector Faszrulhaq Zulkapli at 012-2306943.
