Sandakan vehicle collision leaves nine injured

A multi-vehicle accident involving four vehicles occurred near Petron Taman Tshun Ngen, Batu 5, in Sandakan on Friday morning. The collision involved a Toyota Vios, a Proton Saga, an Isuzu D-Max, and an Isuzu lorry.

Nine individuals sustained injuries in the crash. Three victims were reported to be in serious condition, including two women from the Toyota Vios suffering from head wounds and mouth bleeding, and a 61-year-old woman from the Proton Saga with rib injuries. Six other victims sustained minor injuries, including two boys, aged five and eight, who are reportedly experiencing trauma.

Emergency responders from the Sandakan Fire and Rescue Department, the Ministry of Health, and the Civil Defence Force arrived at the scene to provide initial medical treatment. All nine victims were transported to Sandakan Hospital for further medical care. Firefighters also cleared oil spills from the roadway to ensure the safety of other motorists.