Remand order against suspected drunk driver extended

MELAKA: The remand order against a motorist suspected to be drunk and who allegedly caused the death of a persons with disabilities (PwD) couple in a crash in Jalan Serkam Pantai in Merlimau, Jasin, on June 5, was extended for another three days.

Jasin district police chief Deputy Supt Mispani Hamdan said an extension remand order against the 24-year-old suspect was issued by the Melaka Magistrate's Court assistant registrar Ahmad Shakib Ismail.

"The remand period has been extended from tomorrow to June 13 to enable further investigations to be carried out in accordance with Section 44 (1) of the Road Transport Act (APJ) 1987 after the four-day remand period against the suspect ended today.

"We are also still waiting for the results of the chemical report which is expected to be obtained next week," he said when contacted.

In the 7.45 am incident on June 5, three motorcycles and a car driven by a 24-year-old man were involved in the collision.

The suspect, who is believed to be driving while intoxicated, crashed into a motorcycle ridden by Ezuddin Mohammad, 50, and Surayah Muhamat, 48.

Both victims died at the scene due to severe injuries to the head and body.

Another motorcyclist, Ya'akob Mohamad, 57, also sustained minor injuries.

-- BERNAMA