The driver involved in a tour bus accident near Taiping last month, which led to the death of a Japanese tourist and injuries to others, is scheduled to appear in court. The Tourism, Arts and Culture Ministry (Motac) plans to investigate the tour company under the Tourism Industry Act 1992 and charge the driver under the Road Transport Act 1987. The ministry reiterates its commitment to enhancing tourist safety.
KUALA LUMPUR: The driver involved in last month’s tour bus accident near Taiping, which claimed the life of a Japanese tourist and injured others, is set to be charged in court.
“We take this matter seriously, as it has had a significant impact on the local tourism industry and economy,” the ministry said in a statement on Saturday .“Tour buses must be properly licensed, and prospective drivers should be thoroughly vetted to guarantee the safety of passengers and tourists,” the statement read.
The accident occurred on Oct 24 when the tour bus carrying 13 people, including 11 Japanese tourists aged between 58 and 80, crashed into the back of a lorry at KM230.3 of the North-South Expressway near Taiping.
Tour Bus Accident Driver Charged Motac Tourist Safety Road Transport Act 1987
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