11-Year-Old Boy Dies After Motorcycle Being Towed is Hit by Car in Malaysia

An 11-year-old boy tragically lost his life in Besut, Malaysia, after the motorcycle he was riding was struck by a car and dragged approximately 50 meters. The incident occurred around 11:30 p.m. in Kampung Bukit Kenak.

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The initial investigation found that the victim was riding a Modenas Dinamik motorcycle that was being towed by another motorcycle due to damage. When the motorcycle was being towed, a Perodua Axia car from the same direction collided with the rear of the motorcycle.

The victim, identified as Wan Julaini Wan Noh, was riding a Modenas Dinamik motorcycle that was being towed by another motorcycle due to a mechanical issue. According to Besut District Police Chief Superintendent Mohd. Rozaime Ab. Rahim, a Perodua Axia car traveling in the same direction collided with the rear of the towed motorcycle.

The impact caused the boy to be dragged along the road, sustaining severe injuries to his head and body. He was pronounced dead at the scene. His body was sent to Besut Hospital for a post-mortem examination.

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The collision resulted in the victim being dragged about 50 meters and confirmed dead at the scene due to severe injuries to the head and body.

Police are investigating the case under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. Superintendent Mohd. Rozaime emphasized the seriousness of the incident and issued a stern warning to parents and guardians. He urged them not to allow underage children to ride motorcycles, as it is illegal and poses a significant risk of accidents.

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He views this incident seriously and warns all parents and guardians not to allow underage children to ride motorcycles because it is an offense under the law and risks causing accidents.