MIRI: A lorry attendant was killed, while three others were injured in a fatal two-vehicle crash along Jalan Bintulu-Miri this morning.
The accident, involving a Perodua Aruz and a container lorry, happened at around 8.20 am near Ladang 3.
The Fire and Rescue Department (Bomba) said firefighters from Niah station were dispatched to the scene, about 42km away, following a distress call at 8.23 am.
Upon arrival, they found a victim trapped inside the overturned lorry’s cabin, and a crane towing service was used to reposition the cabin to facilitate extrication efforts.
However, the victim, identified as Derald Suggin, 36, was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics. His body was handed over to the police for further action.
Meanwhile, the other three victims — two drivers and a female passenger — were rescued by members of the public and rushed to the nearest health clinic for further treatment. The extent of their injuries was not known.
The operation concluded at 12.44 pm after firefighters carried out flushing works to ensure the road was safe for motorists.
