Eighteen passengers sustained minor injuries when an express bus carrying 28 people, including the driver, overturned at Simpang Pangkalan Majau, Jalan Kapit/Song, on Sunday afternoon (Jan 12).
Sibu Fire and Rescue Department chief Andy Alie confirmed the incident, stating that emergency responders were alerted at 2:18 PM. Upon arrival, they discovered that several passengers had managed to exit the bus through the emergency door.
"One female passenger with an open leg wound received first aid at the scene," Andy said in a statement. "The injured, comprising 12 men and six women, were transported to Kanowit Hospital for treatment using three ambulances. Fortunately, no one was trapped in the bus."
The cause of the accident is currently under investigation by the police.
Source: TheStar
