A couple engaged to be married was killed after their motorcycle was struck by a lorry on Jalan Apas–Balung here yesterday afternoon. - Pic courtesy of Fire and Rescue deptTAWAU: A couple engaged to be married was killed after their motorcycle was struck by a lorry on Jalan Apas–Balung here yesterday afternoon. "The lorry veered into the opposite lane and collided with a Yamaha Y16ZR motorcycle ridden by the couple who were travelling from Ladang Kalumpang towards Tawau town. "The lorry driver sustained only minor injuries, while the four-wheel-drive driver was unhurt. "Further investigations found that the lorry driver did not possess a valid driving licence and was detained to assist with investigations under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987," he said.

Source: New Strait Times January 01, 2026 04:15 UTC