A man died and three people were injured when two lorries collided on Jalan Sungai Menyan in Serian on Friday afternoon. The Serian Fire and Rescue Station received the emergency call at about 2.50pm. The crash involved a cargo lorry and a five-tonne lorry; four people were reported to be involved, with the man found trapped beneath the overturned five-tonne vehicle. Ministry of Health personnel pronounced him dead at the scene. The three injured victims were reported to have light injuries. One was taken to Serian Hospital by members of the public, while two were sent there in an Emergency Medical Rescue Services vehicle. The initial accounts released so far do not identify the people involved or explain how the collision happened. Condolences to the bereaved family, and best wishes for the injured victims’ recovery. Location: Jalan Sungai Menyan, Serian

One man died after a car and lorry collided along the Bintulu–Samalaju Coastal Road this morning. A team from the Kidurong Fire and Rescue Station was called to the crash at about 8.41am. Firefighters found the driver trapped in the Proton Preve. He was extricated using rescue tools and handed to Ministry of Health personnel, who confirmed his death at the scene. The operation ended at 10am after Bomba secured the area. The cause and legal classification should be left to the police, medical team or rescue authorities. Drivers and bystanders should keep clear of the scene, avoid sharing distressing images and pass genuine information directly to investigators. [image: 1787393638309-20260822-bintulu-crash-borneo.jpg] Source: Bomba photo via The Borneo Post

Sarawak transport operators have been urged to form a consortium to help manage Rest and Service Areas along the Pan Borneo Highway. [image: 1785405905075-pan-borneo-rsa.jpg] Photo: DayakDaily Transport Minister Dato Sri Lee Kim Shin said bus, lorry and other land transport operators know what road users need, so they should look at joining the management and operation of RSAs through a public-private partnership model. He said this after a Ministry of Transport Sarawak dialogue in Kuching today on the planning of RSAs and layby facilities along the highway. What could be added The discussion covered possible locations and facilities such as petrol stations, vehicle servicing and repair workshops, pharmacies, food outlets, clean washrooms and enough parking for heavy vehicles. Feedback from the session will be compiled and studied by the Public Works Department (JKR) Sarawak before proposals are prepared. Location: Kuching / Pan Borneo Highway, Sarawak Details: Proposed consortium model for highway RSAs and laybys Source: DayakDaily What do you think?

A smart traffic light trial has started at the Jalan Salim/Jalan Bukit Penyau T-junction in Sibu. [image: 1785373583494-sibu_smart_traffic_20260730.jpg] The temporary system began its month-long trial after its electricity metre was connected on Tuesday. Trial operations started at about 8am on Wednesday. Bukit Assek assemblyman Joseph Chieng said the lights use sensors to detect vehicles. If no vehicles are waiting to exit Jalan Bukit Penyau, traffic along Jalan Salim can continue moving. What drivers should know The system is still being fine-tuned. Chieng said several adjustments are needed, including extending the lane and relocating a streetlight pole so vehicles turning into Jalan Bukit Penyau do not block straight-moving traffic. A yellow box is also planned to improve road safety at the junction. Location: Jalan Salim/Jalan Bukit Penyau T-junction, Sibu Details: One-month smart traffic light trial to ease congestion and improve safety Source: The Borneo Post What do you think?

Road users are asking MBKS and the contractor to fix the Jalan Mendu flood mitigation worksite before someone gets hurt. [image: 1785319527664-jln_mendu_20260729.jpg] The concern is over exposed metal rods used to hold temporary plastic barriers at the worksite. Stampin MP Chong Chieng Jen's special assistant, Michael Kong Feng Nian, said the setup could be dangerous, especially for motorcyclists. He said some barriers had also been found toppled or scattered on the road, making the stretch harder to read in poor visibility. What residents are worried about Exposed rods could cause serious injuries in a crash Fallen barriers may create extra hazards for drivers and riders The flood mitigation project was scheduled to finish on Feb 9 but is now close to six months behind schedule Kong asked Kuching South City Council (MBKS) and the contractor to review the site immediately, remove the exposed rods, and make sure all temporary barriers follow proper safety standards. Location: Jalan Mendu, Kuching Details: Flood mitigation project site safety complaint Photo: The Borneo Post Source: The Borneo Post What do you think?

A 21-year-old motorcyclist died after a crash near Puncak Borneo Prison. + +The accident happened along Jalan Mambong-Sikog-Sariq at about 6.15pm on Tuesday, July 28. + +[image: 1785298075798-kh_puncak_borneo_crash_20260729.jpg] + Source: DayakDaily / IPD Padawan + +## What police said + +Padawan District Police chief Superintendent Barry William said early investigations found the rider was on a Yamaha 135LC when he allegedly tried to overtake a car while going through a bend. + +The motorcycle then went into the opposite lane and collided with an oncoming Mitsubishi Triton pickup truck. + +Medical personnel confirmed the rider died at the scene. The 42-year-old pickup driver was not injured. + + Location: Jalan Mambong-Sikog-Sariq, near Puncak Borneo Prison, Padawan + Details: Police are investigating the case under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 + +Both vehicles were taken to the Padawan District Police Headquarters for further checks by Puspakom and the Chemistry Department. Police also said the rider was believed to have been riding without a valid driving licence. + + Source: DayakDaily + +What do you think?

RTD seized five motorcycles in a Batu 7 operation after checking 874 vehicles along Jalan Penrissen. [image: 1784347559131-rtd-motorcycles.jpeg] The special Road Transport Department (RTD) operation was carried out on Friday night, July 17, on the Batu 7 stretch heading towards Serian. Sarawak RTD said officers were targeting illegal HID/LED lights and motorcycle-related offences. What officers found The offences included non-compliant HID/LED lights, driving without a valid licence, expired driving licences, and other technical vehicle offences. The five motorcycles were seized because their road tax and insurance had expired. RTD said enforcement will continue across Sarawak, especially on offences that can affect road safety. Location: Batu 7, Jalan Penrissen towards Serian Details: 874 vehicles checked, five motorcycles seized, illegal HID/LED lights among offences detected Source: New Sarawak Tribune What do you think?

They're back at it again — Spiderman, Batman and Iron Man at Kuching traffic lights, waving buckets for donations. DBKU (Kuching North City Commission) says it's had enough. Despite repeated warnings, people dressed as superheroes keep returning to busy road intersections and roundabouts to collect money from drivers. Mayor of Kuching North, Dato Hilmy Othman, said complaints have been flooding in through the DBKU hotline and from enforcement officers on the ground. [image: 1782712956689-dbku-superheroes.jpg] "Every time we take action, they disappear for two or three days — then they come back again," he said. "We have no issue taking firm action if they remain stubborn." Safety concern Hilmy stressed that the activity is dangerous — not just for the people standing in traffic, but also for motorists who get distracted or have to brake suddenly, especially during peak hours. Street performance not banned DBKU clarified that it's not against street performances per se — but anyone wanting to perform or entertain needs a permit first. Collecting money at hazardous spots without approval won't be tolerated. "Any form of entertainment within DBKU's administrative area requires prior approval," he said. Location: DBKU jurisdiction, Kuching Details: Roadside 'superheroes' collecting donations at traffic lights have ignored repeated warnings; DBKU considering stricter enforcement Source: DayakDaily Has anyone else seen these 'superheroes' at Kuching traffic lights?