IPOH – Two Malaysian journalists were injured in a road accident involving a lorry in Menglembu, Ipoh, early Sunday morning while travelling to cover an official event attended by Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Dr Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
The incident occurred at approximately 6 am when the journalists were heading to Bagan Datuk, Perak.
The injured journalists were identified as Bernama reporter Nur Afiradina Arshad, 34, and New Straits Times (NST) journalist Zahratulhayat Mat Arif, 37.
Car Overturns After Collision with Lorry
According to Zahratulhayat, the journalists were travelling in a Perodua Bezza driven by Nur Afiradina.
Their vehicle had reportedly stopped at a traffic light in Menglembu when a lorry struck it from behind.
The impact caused the car to spin several times before overturning.
Zahratulhayat was trapped in the front passenger seat but managed to escape with assistance from members of the public and police officers.
The journalist sustained minor injuries to both hands, along with bruising and swelling on the right cheek.
One Journalist Remains Hospitalised
Following the accident, both journalists received medical attention.
Nur Afiradina was admitted to Hospital Raja Permaisuri Bainun (HRPB) in Ipoh for treatment.
Meanwhile, Zahratulhayat was discharged after receiving treatment for injuries sustained in the collision.
Ipoh district police chief ACP Muhammad Najib Hamzah confirmed the accident and said investigations were ongoing.
Journalists Were Heading to Official Programme
The two journalists were travelling to Bagan Datuk to cover the launch of the Bagan Datuk District Sultan Nazrin Shah Bridge Run.
The programme was scheduled to take place at the Bagan Datuk Night Market site and was to be officiated by Deputy Prime Minister Ahmad Zahid Hamidi.
The journalists were on assignment when the accident occurred.
Ahmad Zahid Wishes Journalists Speedy Recovery
Following news of the accident, Ahmad Zahid expressed concern for the injured media personnel through a Facebook post.
He conveyed his sympathy and extended prayers for their recovery.
The Deputy Prime Minister also acknowledged that both journalists had been travelling to cover his official programme when the accident happened.
He expressed hope that they would recover fully and return to good health.
Police investigations into the circumstances surrounding the collision remain ongoing.
Source: Bernama | Rewritten By Minutesmy
