ACCIDENTS can happen in the blink of an eye, often when least expected.
A recent incident in Kahang, Kluang, involving a lorry and a house, has caught the attention of locals.
Could it be true that a lorry crashed into a house in this area?
Verdict:
TRUE
A lorry crashed into a house in Kahang, Kluang, after trying to avoid hitting a motorcycle.
According to Kluang OCPD Asst Comm Bahrin Mohd Noh, the incident occurred on Jalan Batu Pahat-Mersing, Kampung Seri Lukut, at around 8.20am on Friday (June 13).
The lorry was en route to Kahang from Mersing when an oncoming motorcycle suddenly turned right. In an effort to avoid hitting the motorcycle, the 37-year-old lorry driver swerved and lost control of the heavy vehicle, resulting in the lorry entering the right road shoulder before crashing into a nearby empty house.
After the 43-year-old homeowner lodged a police report, the lorry driver, who possesses a valid driver’s licence, was detained and tested negative for drugs.
ACP Bahrin noted that the side of the house was damaged, including the roof, ceiling, and kitchen wall.
The lorry driver sustained injuries to his hands, and the front of the heavy vehicle was also damaged in the accident. The case has been classified under Rule 10 of the Road Traffic Rules LN 166/58 for failure to control a vehicle.
This incident underscores the importance of road safety and the unpredictable nature of driving, where quick decisions can lead to unforeseen consequences.
While no one else was harmed, the damage serves as a reminder of the potential risks on the road.
