Woman killed in hit-and-run

SIMANGGANG: A 62-year-old woman was killed after she was believed to have been struck by a vehicle that fled the scene along KM45, Jalan Sri Aman-Kuching, on Sunday (Oct 4).

The incident occurred at around 8.15 pm when the victim was believed to be crossing the road before being hit by an unidentified vehicle.

Sri Aman police chief Supt Dennis Bunyam said the victim was pronounced dead at the scene due to injuries sustained in the crash.

He added that police are now working to identify the vehicle and driver involved in the incident.

Anyone who witnessed the incident or has information about the vehicle is urged to come forward and channel it to the district police headquarters to assist with investigations.

They can also contact traffic investigating officer Sub-Inspector Ariffin Sabang at 083-322121 ext 238.

Dennis stated that the case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.