A serious traffic accident took place in Johor Bahru on 7 July and left a motorcyclist brain dead, and sadly, the rider passed away just two days after the accident.
The victim, Yang Yongyong, was a 40-year-old bus driver from Singapore, and his untimely demise has left many in shock and mourning.
The Fatal Accident
According to reports from Shin Min Daily News, the 40-year-old bus driver was riding his motorcycle along a road in Permas Jaya, Johor Bahru.
Unfortunately, he was involved in an accident at a T-junction. The severity of the collision resulted in numerous serious injuries, according to 8world News.
Following the accident, Yang was conveyed to the hospital. Medical professionals assessed his condition and unfortunately declared him brain dead.
Despite two days of intensive medical treatment, Yang Yongyong succumbed to his injuries on July 9 and passed away, leaving behind a devastated family.
Allegations of Hit-and-Run
Amidst the tragic turn of events, a woman took to Facebook to share her account of the incident. According to her post, the victim had allegedly been hit by a grey car at the T-junction, according to China Press.
Shockingly, the driver of the car allegedly did not stop to provide assistance or check on the injured motorcyclist but instead fled the scene of the accident.
The woman’s Facebook post served as an appeal for witnesses to come forward with any information or dashcam footage related to the hit-and-run accident.
Additionally, she urged the responsible driver to take responsibility for their actions. However, it is worth noting that the woman has since deleted her original post.
Ongoing Police Investigation
Shin Min Daily News reports that the police are currently examining the available evidence. Based on their preliminary findings, it appears that the victim may have lost control of his motorcycle, leading to the collision.
The police are urging anyone with relevant information or who witnessed the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation.