KUCHING: The tragic death of five road users tugged the hearts of public with many friends and even strangers sending their condolences to the families on social media.
The five dead are George Herson Hendrew, 16, Japin Kemin, 16, Nasrulhakim Muhamad Sedek, 45, Wan Khairul Nizam, 32, and Caryn Risly, 36.
Kuching District Police Chief, ACP Mohd Farhan Lee Abdullah confirmed that the driver aged 16 of a Proton Saga went out of control at 12.50 pm on Tuesday along Teo Kui Seng/Jalan Stutong Baru and crashed to the other side of the road hitting two other cars and two motorcycles.
Four died at the scene and five injured were rushed to the Sarawak General Hospital. One 16 years old later passed away at the hospital.
The two dead aged 16 were students and friends of the driver. The only deceased female, Caryn worked in Starbucks at the airport.
According to the social media, Caryn’s cousin posted:
Heartbreaking Loss: A Life Cut Short
We are deeply saddened to share the story of Caryn Anne Risly, one of the victims of the tragic accident at Jalan Teo Kui Seng.
Caryn was on her way to work at Starbucks Airport that morning, as shared by her sister. They were texting as usual, but then… Caryn suddenly stopped replying.
Her sister grew anxious when Caryn didn’t show up for work. Despite calling and checking with colleagues, no one had seen her. The unimaginable truth hit when they learned Caryn was one of the accident victims.
This tragic news was shared by Rine Sherine, Caryn’s first cousin. “She’s my dad’s sister’s daughter,” Rine shared, adding that their father is now with the grieving family at Kampung Bunga.
Our hearts go out to Caryn’s family and loved ones during this incredibly painful time. May her soul rest in peace, and may her family find strength in the love and memories they shared with her.
Let’s hold them in our thoughts and prayers.
Another victim, Wan Khairul was on the way to work in Mas Cargo at KIA. His friend posted in social media that they have lost a gang member from their work place.
A lot of netigens went online called for justice to be done to the innocent victims.
Farhan urged the public to stay calm and said police are investigating from all angles. He confirmed that the parents of the driver of the car that went out of control were called in for recording their statement Wednesday morning.
He also urged eye witnesses to come forward to give their information to assist police in the investigation.
By Connie Chieng