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Police Corporal Arrested for Causing Motorcyclist Death

A police Corporal was arrested for causing the death of a motorcycle-riding teenager. This viral case happened on the first night of Hari Raya Aidilfitri in Melaka.

In the video, several motorcycles were seen moving from one direction. Suddenly, a Police 4-wheel drive vehicle was seen coming from the opposite direction as if it was chasing some motorbikes, and crossed the intersection in a hurry. This rash move caused the victim’s motorcycle to crash into the vehicle and the victim was thrown from his motorcycle.

The victim was taken to Malacca Hospital, but died later.

Melaka Police Chief, Datuk Zainol Samah, informed that the Corporal who is one of the Durian Tunggal Police Station’s crime prevention patrol was arrested at the Alor Gajah District Police Headquarters (IPD) Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Division Office at 9am this morning (April 12).

He said, the police are currently waiting for the reaction and cooperation from the 37-year-old Corporal.

“A preliminary urine screening test was also carried out and the result was that the member was free of any drug abuse,” he said.

Datuk Zainol added that his party has received six reports so far about the incident and three recordings of conversations from witnesses and victim’s family members have been completed.

He said the case was reclassified in accordance with Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 due to the offense of driving causing death.

“If convicted, this act provides for a minimum prison sentence of five years and a maximum of 10 years and a fine of not less than RM20,000 to RM50,000,” he said.

He hopes that the public who have any information about the incident can contact the head of traffic investigation and enforcement, IPD Alor Gajah on 06-5563222 to assist in investigations.

Korporal Polis Ditahan sebabkan Kematian Remaja

Seorang anggota polis berpangkat Korporal telah ditahan kerana menyebabkan seorang remaja yang bermotosikal. Kes yang telah viral ini berlaku pada waktu malam Hari Raya pertama di Melaka.

Dalam video tersebut, kelihatan beberapa motosikal bergerak dari satu arah. Tiba-tiba kelihatan sebuah kenderaan pacuan 4 roda Polis datang dari arah bertentangan yang seperti sedang mengejar beberapa motosikal, dan memasukki simpang dengan tergesa-gesa. Perlakuan ini menyebabkan motosikal mangsa merempuh kenderaan tersebut dan mangsa tercampak daripada motosikal.

Mangsa dibawa ke Hospital Melaka, tetapi malangya meninggal dunia.

Ketua Polis Melaka, Datuk Zainol Samah, memaklumkan anggota tugas ronda cegah jenayah Balai Polis Durian Tunggal itu ditahan di Pejabat Bahagian Siasatan dan Penguatkuasaan Trafik Ibu Pejabat Polis Daerah (IPD) Alor Gajah pada jam 9 pagi tadi (12 April).

Beliau berkata, ketika ini polis menunggu reaksi serta kerjasama daripada Korporal berusia 37 tahun itu.

“Ujian saringan awal air kencing turut dijalankan dan hasilnya anggota berkenaan bebas daripada sebarang penyalahgunaan dadah,” katanya.

Datuk Zainol bertambah, pihaknya menerima enam laporan setakat ini mengenai insiden tersebut dan tiga rakaman percakapan daripada saksi dan ahli keluarga mangsa sudah dilengkapkan.

Beliau berkata, kes itu diklasifikasikan semula mengikut Seksyen 41(1) Akta Pengangkutan Jalan 1987 kerana kesalahan memandu hingga menyebabkan kematian.

“Jika disabitkan, akta ini memperuntukkan hukuman penjara minimum lima tahun dan maksimum 10 tahun dan denda tidak kurang RM20,000 hingga RM50,000,” katanya.

Beliau berharap agar orang ramai yang mempunyai sebarang maklumat kejadian dapat menghubungi ketua bahagian siasatan dan penguatkuasaan trafik, IPD Alor Gajah di talian 06-5563222 bagi membantu siasatan.

35 Deaths due to Road Accidents on First Day of Raya

The Royal Malaysian Police released the statistics on the third day of Op Selamat yesterday, and the death toll continued to rise. A total of 35 people died due to road accidents on the first day of Hari Raya Aidilfitri (Wednesday, April 10).

The figure is almost double the 18 deaths on the eve of Hari Raya (Tuesday, April 9). However, there was a reduction in the total number of accidents to 1,289 cases from 1,631 cases.

PDRM once again advised road users to drive prudently and always follow the set rules, apart from obeying the road laws.

PDRM has implemented the 22nd Safe Operation with the theme ‘Safe Home, Safe to Destination’ from April 8 to 13 throughout the country.

Inspector General of Police, Tan Sri Razarudin Husain urged road users to drive patiently, prudently and responsibly throughout the journey back to their respective hometowns.

He also advised users who are planning to go back to their village or on vacation to inculcate these qualities when driving for the sake of their loved ones and to ensure their safety on the road.

Our advice is to always be alert when driving and riding a motorcycle, no matter when you are on the road.

35 Maut Akibat Kemalangan Jalan Raya pada Hari Raya Pertama

Polis DiRaja Malaysia mengeluarkan statistik Op Selamat hari ketiga semalam, dan angka kematian makin meningkat. Seramai 35 orang maut akibat kemalangan jalan raya pada Hari Raya Pertama (Rabu, 10 April).

Angka tersebut merupakan peningkatan hampir dua kali ganda daripada 18 kes kematian pada malam Hari Raya (Selasa, 9 April). Namun terdapat pengurangan daripada jumlah kemalangan keseluruhannya kepada 1,289 kes berbanding 1,631 kes.

PDRM sekali lagi menasihatkan pengguna jalan raya supaya memandu secara berhemah dan sentiasa mengikuti peraturan ditetapkan, selain daripada mematuhi undang-undang jalan raya.

PDRM telah melaksanakan penguatkuasaan Op Selamat ke-22 dengan tema ‘Rumah Selamat, Selamat Sampai Ke Destinasi’ bermula 8 hingga 13 April di seluruh negara.

Ketua Polis Negara, Tan Sri Razarudin Husain menggesa pengguna jalan raya memandu dengan sabar, berhemah dan bertanggungjawab sepanjang perjalanan pulang ke kampung halaman masing-masing.

Beliau turut menasihatkan pengguna yang merancang pulang ke kampung ataupun bercuti supaya menanamkan sifat berkenaan ketika memandu kenderaan demi insan tersayang serta menjamin keselamatan mereka di jalan raya.

Nasihat kami ialah sentiasa berwaspada ketika memandu dan menunggang motosikal, tidak kira ketika apa-apa waktu di atas jalan raya.

Skuter Elektrik Honda EM1 e: Menangi Anugerah Red Dot Design

Skuter elektrik Honda EM1 e: memenangi anugerah berprestij Red Dot Design Award. Honda sebenarnya telah memenangi empat anugerah sekaligus, dengan dua untuk skuter elektrik mereka.

EM1 e: dilancarkan pada tahun lepas sebagai skuter elektrik Honda yang pertama menggunakan solusi bateri Honda Mobile Power e boleh tukar. PCX Electric sebelum ini, sebaliknya, adalah skuter elektrik pengeluaran pertama Honda tetapi tidak menampilkan bateri boleh tukar.

Satu lagi skuter Honda yang memenangi anugerah reka bentuk ialah Honda Motocompacto. Ia jelas merupakan penghormatan kepada Honda Motocompo, yang telah dihasilkan dari 1981 – 1983. Ia adalah “skuter lipat” yang cukup kecil untuk dimuatkan dalam but hatchback Honda City Turbo II. Jika anda terjumpa lagi Motocompo ini, ia amat comel.

Versi semasa adalah berkuasa elektrik, dan kelihatan jauh lebih besar daripada pendahulunya. Honda berkata reka bentuk Motocompacto “juga membolehkan pemperibadian pelanggan dan jahitan melalui aplikasi pelekat dan hiasan lain.” Jadi sediakan set sticker Manga dan Hello Kitty anda!

Dua lagi anugerah adalah untuk mesin pemotong rumput robotik Honda dan enjin bot. Mereka juga pernah memenangi anugerah Red Dot Award untuk XL750 Transalp dan CB750, sebelum ini.

Pembuat lain yang telah memenangi anugerah ini termasuk Ducati dan Yamaha.

Honda EM1 e: Electric Scooter Wins Red Dot Desgin Award

The Honda EM1 e: electric scooter has won a Red Dot Design Award. Honda had actually won four awards at one go, with two for their electric scooters.

The EM1 e: made its debut last year as Honda’s first production electric scooter to use the Honda Mobile Power e swappable battery. The previous PCX Electric, on the other hand, was Honda’s first production electric scooter but did not feature a swappable battery.

Another Honda scooter to win the design award was the Honda Motocompacto. It is clearly an homage to the Honda Motocompo, which saw production from 1981 – 1983. It was a foldaway scooter, small enough to fit in the boot of the Honda City Turbo II hatchback. Now how is that for a cute last yard solution?

The current version is electric-powered, and looks to be much bigger than its predecessor. Honda says the Motocompacto’s design “also enables a high level of customer personalization and tailoring through the application of stickers and other decorations.” So get your Manga and Hello Sticker sets ready!

The other two awards were for Honda’s robotic lawnmower and outboard boat engine. They had also won the Red Dot Award for the XL750 Transalp and CB750, previously.

Other manufactures who have won this award include Ducati and Yamaha.

Car Rams Pakistanis going to Eid Prayers, 3 Die, 3 Seriously Hurt

The excitement of Hari Raya Aidilfitri for 6 Pakistanis turned into a tragedy when they were rammed by a car driven by a man who tested positive for drugs. 3 of them died, while 3 others were seriously injured.

The incident occurred at KM16 of Jalan Teluk Intan-Bidor, yesterday morning.

The police said the accident happened when the victim was walking to a nearby mosque to perform Hari Raya Aidilfitri prayers.

Hilir Perak District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Ahmad Adnan Basri said, “According to the investigation at the scene, the Proton Saga car driven by a 36-year-old man is believed to have lost control and skidded to the left shoulder of the road and subsequently hit six pedestrians on the road shoulder.

“As a result of the accident, three of them aged between 20 and 35 years old were confirmed dead, while the other three were seriously injured and are treated at Teluk Intan Hospital.

“All the victims have valid travel permits and documents,” he said in a statement tonight.

He added that a urine test on the driver of the Proton Saga found him positive for cannabis and the police arrested the suspect.

“The case is being investigated in accordance with Section 44(1)(a) of the Road Transport Act 1987.

“People who have information related to the incident are asked to come forward and help the investigation by contacting the investigating officer, Inspector Mohd Amirrudin Shafiei on 013-9126959 or 05-6122222 to help the investigation,” he said.

All photos by IPD Hilir Perak

3 Maut, 3 Parah Ketika ke Solat Hari Raya, Dirempuh Pemandu Positif Dadah

Kegembiraan Hari Lebaran buat 6 orang warga Pakistan bertukar menjadi tragedi apabila mereka dirempuh oleh sebuah kereta yang dipandu oleh seorang lelaki yang didapati positif dadah. 3 daripada mereka meninggal dunia, manakala 3 lagi cedera parah.

Kejadian itu berlaku di kilometer 16 Jalan Teluk Intan-Bidor, pagi semalam.

Pihak polis berkata kemalangan berlaku ketika mangsa berjalan kaki ke masjid berhampiran bagi menunaikan solat Hari Raya Aidilfitri.

Ketua Polis Daerah Hilir Perak Asisten Komisioner Ahmad Adnan Basri berkata, “Hasil siasatan di tempat kejadian, kereta Proton Saga yang dipandu seorang lelaki berusia 36 tahun dipercayai hilang kawalan lalu terbabas ke kiri bahu jalan dan seterusnya terlanggar enam pejalan kaki yang melalui bahu jalan terbabit.

“Akibat kemalangan itu, tiga daripada mereka yang berusia antara 20 hingga 35 tahun disahkan meninggal dunia, manakala tiga lagi cedera parah dan dirawat di Hospital Teluk Intan.

“Semua mangsa mempunyai permit dan dokumen perjalanan yang sah,” katanya dalam kenyataan, malam ini.

Beliau berkata, ujian saringan air kencing terhadap pemandu Proton Saga itu mendapatinya positif ganja dan polis bertindak menahan suspek.

“Kes disiasat mengikut Seksyen 44(1)(a) Akta Pengangkutan Jalan 1987.

“Orang ramai yang mempunyai maklumat berkaitan kejadian diminta untuk tampil membantu siasatan dengan menghubungi pegawai penyiasat, Inspektor Mohd Amirrudin Shafiei di talian 013-9126959 atau 05-6122222 bagi membantu siasatan,” katanya.

Gambar-gambar dari IPD Hilir Perak

18 Road Accident Deaths on Hari Raya Eve

18 deaths due to road accidents were recorded on the eve of Hari Raya Aidilfitri yesterday (Tuesday). It was also the second day of the 22nd Op Selamat.

The number was an increase from the 14 deaths recorded on the first day of the operation (Monday).

The Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) shared an infographic on its Facebook page today showing a total of 1,631 road accident cases reported across the country on the same day.

Accordingly, PDRM advises road users to drive prudently and always follow the set rules, in addition to ensuring that road laws are obeyed without compromise.

The 22nd Op Selamat with the theme ‘Safe Home, Safe Arrival at Home’ takes place from April 8 to 13 across the country.

The Inspector General of Police, Tan Sri Razarudin Husain said that road users are reminded to drive patiently, prudently and responsibly throughout the journey back to their respective hometowns.

He also advised road users who are planning to go back to their village or on vacation to inculcate these qualities when driving for the sake of their loved ones and to ensure their safety on the road.

18 Kematian Akibat Kemalangan Jalan Raya pada Malam Hari Raya

Sejumlah 18 kematian akibat kemalangan jalan raya direkodkan pada malam Hari Raya Aidilftri semalam (Selasa). Ia juga merupakan hari kedua pelaksanaan Op Selamat ke-22.

Jumlah itu merupakan peningkatan daripada 14 kematian yang direkodkan pada hari pertama op berkenaan (Isnin).

Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM) berkongsikan infografik di laman Facebook hari ini turut memaklumkan sejumlah 1,631 kes kemalangan jalan raya dilaporkan berlaku di seluruh negara pada hari yang sama.

Sehubungan itu, PDRM menasihatkan pengguna jalan raya supaya memandu secara berhemah dan sentiasa mengikuti peraturan ditetapkan, selain memastikan undang-undang jalan raya dipatuhi tanpa kompromi.

Op Selamat ke-22 dengan tema ‘Rumah Selamat, Selamat Sampai Ke Destinasi’ berlangsung mulai 8 hingga 13 April di seluruh negara.

Ketua Polis Negara, Tan Sri Razarudin Husain dilaporkan berkata, pengguna jalan raya diingatkan memandu dengan sabar, berhemah dan bertanggungjawab sepanjang perjalanan pulang ke kampung halaman masing-masing.

Banjaran Motocross KTM 2025 Dilancarkan

Walaupun sekarang hanya April 2024, tetapi KTM telah melancarkan banjaran motocross KTM 2025, untuk kedua-dua jenis dua dan empat lejang.

Apapun, hanya terdapat kemas kini pada casis di seluruh barisan manakala aspek mekanikal lain kekal tidak berubah. Itupun kemas kini casis ini sudah tersedia pada Factory Edition 2024 untuk model-model 250 SX-F dan 450 SX-F.

Kerangka “baharu” ini mempunyai potongan untuk lekapan enjin belakang, selain ketebalan yang berbeza pada lekap enjin hadapan, dan lekap monoshok belakang. Secara keseluruhannya, ia menjimatkan 300g dan mengubah karakter kelenturan kerangka.

Lengan ayun baharu dengan panduan rantai yang dimesin turut dipasang, bersama pedal brek belakang baharu yang lebih tahan lama. Selain itu, pautan monoshok mempunyai bolt diameter yang lebih kecil dan pengedap baharu.

Selain perubahan tersebut, KTM juga telah melaraskan fork depan WP XACT AER. Tayar kini merupakan Dunlop Geomax MX34 yang baharu.

Di bahagian elektronik pula, pemilik boleh memilih KTM Connectivity Unit Offroad yang membolehkan pelarasan melalui aplikasi KTMconnect.

Akhir sekali, terdapat grafik baharu dengan logo KTM regangan pada panel sisi.

Rangkaian SX dua lejang terdiri daripada model mini 50 SX, 65 SX, dan 85 SX, selain 150 SX, yang menyertai 125 SX, 250 SX, dan 300 SX sedia ada.

Bagi empat lejang pula, terdapat 250 SX-F, 350 SX-F, dan 450 SX-F. KTM menambah Adamo Edition 250 yang meraikan kejayaan Andrea Adamo memenangi gelaran Kejohanan Dunia MX2 2023.

2025 KTM Motocross Range Launched

It is only April 2024, but Team Orange has already launched the 2025 KTM motocross range, for both two- and four-strokes.

However, there are only chassis updates throughout the lineup while other mechanical aspects remain unchanged. Even then, these updates were already available on the 2024 Factory Edition versions of the 250 SX-F and 450 SX-F.

These “new” frames have cutouts for the rear engine mounts, besides a different thickness at the front engine mounts, and the shock mounts. In all, it saves 300g and alters the frame’s flex.

A new swingarm with a machined chain guide is also installed, along with a new more durable rear brake pedal. Additionally, the rear shock linkage has smaller diameter bolts and new seals.

Besides the changes, KTM has also adjusted the WP XACT AER forks’ setting. The tyres are now Dunlop Geomax MX34.

On the electronic front, the owner can opt for the KTM Connectivity Unit Offroad suite which allows for adjustments through the KTMconnect app.

Lastly, there are new graphics with stretch KTM logo on the side panels.

The two-stroke SX range consists of the 50 SX, 65 SX, and 85 SX mini bikes, besides the 150 SX, which joins the existing 125 SX, 250 SX, and 300 SX.

As for the four-strokes, there are the 250 SX-F, 350 SX-F, and 450 SX-F. KTM adds the Adamo Edition 250 which celebrates Andrea Adamo’s winning the 2023 MX2 World Championship title.