# Sabah Commercial Vehicle Body Vows Action After Sepanggar Port Death

> Sabah CVLB to take legal action against truck operator after fatal Sepanggar Port accident.
- Title: Sabah Commercial Vehicle Body Vows Action After Sepanggar…
- Summary: Sabah CVLB to take legal action against truck operator after fatal Sepanggar Port accident. Sabah Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board will meet on October 30…
- Keywords: sabah, cvlb, sepanggar port, accident, deaths, truck operator, road transport act, news, world, Commercial, Vehicle, Body
- Source: Malay Mail — https://malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/10/21/sabah-commercial-vehicle-body-vows-action-against-operator-after-deadly-sepanggar-port-accident/240018
- Published: 2026-10-21T13:46:42+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: sabah, cvlb, sepanggar port, accident, deaths, truck operator, road transport act, news, world
## 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.
## Key takeaway

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.