JEMPOL: A man was killed when the car he was travelling in collided with an express bus at KM24 of Jalan Bahau, Kamayani here.
Jempol police chief Supt Hoo Chang Hook said in the 10.50pm incident on Saturday, the car driven by another man lost control and veered into the opposite lane, crashing into the bus.
The bus, carrying 23 passengers, was heading towards Bahau.
As a result of the accident, the 30-year-old passenger in the car sustained severe head injuries and was pronounced dead at the scene.
“The 36-year-old car driver suffered injuries to his leg and face and is currently receiving treatment at Hospital Jempol,” Supt Hoo said in a statement yesterday, Bernama reported.
“The bus driver and passengers were unhurt and the case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.”
