The express bus and lorry involved in a collision at Kilometer 28, Jalan Balingian-Kuala Balingian, on Oct 26, 2026. Photo: PDRM

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By DayakDaily Team

MUKAH, Oct 27: A 53-year-old lorry driver was injured after an express bus collided with his three-tonne truck along Jalan Balingian-Kuala Balingian near Mukah yesterday (Oct 26).

The accident occurred at about 2.15pm when an express bus travelling from Mukah towards Bintulu allegedly tried to overtake a lorry in front of it, which was believed to be turning right.

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According to a statement issued by Mukah District Police Chief DSP Muhamad Rizal Alias, the bus driver could not avoid the lorry and crashed into its rear, causing the lorry to lose control and overturn at the roadside.

The truck driver complained of a headache and was referred to Bintulu Hospital for further treatment.

The express bus driver and all 12 passengers on board escaped without injuries. Authorities later transferred the passengers to another bus to continue their journey to Bintulu.

Initial investigations found that the accident occurred on a straight, two-way road with a flat and dry surface.

The express bus sustained damage to its front section, while the truck sustained damage to its rear and roof.

Investigators are examining the case under Section 43(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.

Police inspected the accident scene and ordered both vehicles to be sent to the Mukah District Police Headquarters for further investigation.

Investigators are also seeking independent witnesses and obtaining closed-circuit television (CCTV) and dashboard camera footage to assist with the probe.

Members of the public with information about the accident are urged to contact investigating officer Sergeant Jimmy Langan at 011-15616525. — DayakDaily