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Sabah Commercial Vehicle Body Vows Action After Sepanggar Port Death
Sabah CVLB to take legal action against truck operator after fatal Sepanggar Port accident.
In brief
Sabah CVLB to take legal action against truck operator after fatal Sepanggar Port accident. Sabah Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board will meet on October 30 to decide legal action against trailer truck operator responsible for deaths at Sepanggar Port accident. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Sepanggar Port accident
A container fell onto a car near Sepanggar Port killing a 53-year-old man and his 24-year-old daughter.
Initial investigation findings
The trailer stopped improperly on the left lane to load a container from the roadside onto the vehicle.
CVLB meeting scheduled
CVLB Sabah will meet on October 30 to discuss and finalise action against the operator.
CVLB's stance on safety
CVLB will not compromise on negligence or regulatory breaches that endanger road users.
Legal action planned
CVLB may suspend or revoke the operator's license subject to investigation findings.
Driver detained
The 49-year-old driver detained under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for reckless driving.
The headline
Sabah Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board will meet on October 30 to decide legal action against trailer truck operator responsible for deaths at Sepanggar Port accident.
