KUALA LUMPUR: A 24-year-old traffic police officer was tragically killed in an accident while on a traffic crime prevention patrol in the city.
Lance Corporal Muhammad Amirul Aiman Muhammad Othman died at the scene after losing control of his motorcycle and crashing along a curve on Jalan Kuching, heading towards Selayang from Jalan Tun Razak, at about 4.30am on Saturday, June 28.
Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department (JSPT) chief Assistant Commissioner Zamzuri Mohd Isa stated that initial investigations revealed the victim’s motorcycle skidded at a bend, hitting a guardrail and plunging down an embankment.
"Another officer, who was following on a separate motorcycle, also lost control and suffered minor injuries. He is currently receiving outpatient treatment at Kuala Lumpur Hospital," ACP Zamzuri said.
At the time of the incident, both officers were on duty as part of a special operation to monitor and prevent illegal street racing in and around the city.
"Lance Corporal Muhammad Amirul Aiman had served in the KL JSPT since completing his police training and was attached to the JSPT's Intelligence and Operations division for over a year," ACP Zamzuri noted.
He leaves behind a wife and three young children. His remains will be laid to rest today in his hometown of Ajil, Terengganu.
The case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for causing death by reckless or dangerous driving.
