15 Killed in Perak Bus Crash: Police Advise Driver Against Public Statements

Fifteen lives were lost in a tragic bus accident in Gerik, Perak, Malaysia, on June 11, 2025. The accident prompted a swift response from local authorities, with Perak police advising the 39-year-old bus driver, currently hospitalized, to avoid making public statements. "We will obtain a statement from the driver after he completes his treatment," stated Police Chief Datuk Seri Mohd. Yusri Hassan. The investigation is ongoing, and evidence, including footage from a dashboard camera, is being analyzed by the Bukit Aman Forensic Department. This tragic event underscores the importance of thorough investigations to determine the circumstances of such accidents and prevent similar tragedies in the future.