Two killed after motorcycle crashes into SUV in Kota Belud

KOTA KINABALU: A man and a woman who were on a motorcycle were killed in an accident in Kota Belud on Thursday (Nov 3).

The victims, both aged 29, died after their motorcycle crashed into an SUV at Kampung Lebak Moyoh, Jalan Pekan Kota Belud.

The Fire and Rescue Department said they received the report at 12.45pm.

“The SUV driver was not hurt, while the two (rider and pillion rider) were pronounced dead by medical officers on scene.”

In another case, a 36-year-old man locked himself in his room at Taman Feliamas in Tuaran.

The department received an emergency call at 8.52am and had their team rushed to the scene.

It is learnt that the man was calmed down by family members.

“The man was unhurt and after ensuring there are no more risks, the operation ended at 9.15am,” said the spokesman.

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