KUALA TERENGGANU: A man escaped unhurt after the vehicle he was driving crashed into an elephant in Kampung Kolam, Setiu, near here, last night.
Setiu district police chief Afandi Husin said the driver, Sharul Azma Che Samaon, 42, a company manager, escaped unhurt.However, his Porsche Cayenne’s windscreen, bumpers and lights were damaged in the incident, in addition to other parts of the body being dented.SPONSORED CONTENT Sabah revenue hits RM6.
“Upon arrival at the location of the incident at KM45, Kampung Kolam which is along the Jalan Kuala Terengganu-Kampung Raja route, the driver of the vehicle did not have time to avoid the animal, which was on the road,” he said, in a statement.Afandi said that the elephant, which was seen roaming in the area since 6.30pm yesterday, was reported to have been injured in the leg, and fell at the scene before fleeing into the nearby forest about 10 minutes later.
“The Besut branch of the wildlife and national parks department has been informed for them to take further action.“Efforts to locate the elephant are still being carried out by nine members of Perhilitan Besut, with the help of the public. The elephant is believed to be heading to Bukit Putera, Setiu,” he said.
Meanwhile, the state’s agriculture, agro-based industry and rural development committee chairman, Azman Ibrahim, in a Facebook post, said that the elephant had been under the observation of state Perhilitan for the past few days, because it was found wandering around Setiu and was in the process of being caught and relocated.* Follow us on Instagram and join our Telegram and/or WhatsApp channel for the latest news you don't want to miss.
* Do you have access to the Daily Express e-paper and online exclusive news? Check out subscription plans available.
United States Latest News, United States Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Police: Man escapes unhurt after Porsche Cayenne crashes into elephant near Kuala TerengganuKUALA TERENGGANU, March 16 — A man escaped unhurt after the vehicle he was driving crashed into an elephant in Kampung Kolam, Setiu, near here, last night. Setiu district police...
Read more »
Man escapes unhurt after vehicle crashes into elephant near Kuala TerengganuKUALA TERENGGANU, March 16 — A man escaped unhurt after the vehicle he was driving crashed into an elephant in Kampung Kolam, Setiu, near here, last night. Setiu district police...
Read more »
Calum Scott and Anderson Kalang's Unforgettable Musical Collab in Kuala LumpurRenowned English singer-songwriter Calum Scott and Kelabit musician Anderson Kalang performed an exceptional rendition of 'You Are the Reason' during the recent Fly FM Jam Session in Kuala Lumpur. The impromptu nature of the performance elevated the event to a prestigious level for Anderson, celebrating cultural heritage and musical innovation.
Read more »
Saudi Tourism Authority presents initiatives at trade roadshow in Kuala LumpurThe Saudi Tourism Authority (STA) showcased various initiatives at a trade roadshow in Kuala Lumpur, targeting the leisure segment and emphasizing Saudi Arabia's commitment to Malaysian travelers. The initiative aligns with Saudi's Vision 2030 and aims to attract 150 million annual visitors by the end of the decade. Saudi has been recognized as the fastest growing destination by UNWTO, with a 156% increase in international arrivals compared to 2019.
Read more »
Jubilo FC naib juara Plate kejohanan bola sepak Piala Kuala LumpurKota Kinabalu: Jubilo FC menamatkan saingan sebagai naib juara Plate dalam kejohanan bola sepak tujuh sebelah Piala Kuala Lumpur yang diadakan di The New Camp di Bandar Utama, Petaling Jaya baru-baru ini.
Read more »