Elmina interchange closed due to aircraft crash, says Prolintas

Situation at the plane crash area in Elmina. — IZZRAFIQ ALIAS/The Star

KUALA LUMPUR: The exit and entrance to Elmina Interchange on both bounds from Guthrie Corridor Expressway (GCE) Highway have been temporarily closed after an aircraft crashed near the location on Thursday (Aug 16).

Prolintas Group of Companies, in a statement, said the road would remain closed until the crash site had been cleared and investigation was completed.

"According to early reports, the incident also involved a motorcycle. Firemen, police, ambulance and GCE’s Peronda are currently at the crash site to clear the debris and control the traffic," the statement said.

Highway users were advised to use alternative routes.

For inquiries, users may contact Prolintas hotline at 1800 22 8888.

According to media reports, 10 people were killed after the Beechcraft 390 Premier light aircraft crashed in Elmina near Shah Alam, Selangor. - Bernama