Lorry driver fined RM300 for obstructing fire truck on emergency call

A lorry driver has been fined RM300 for obstructing a Fire and Rescue Department vehicle responding to an emergency along Jalan Ipoh-Kuala Lumpur, despite its siren being activated.

Kampar police chief Nazri Daud said the summons was issued after a video of the incident went viral, showing the fire truck struggling to overtake the lorry, which failed to give way.

“The incident sparked public concern over the safety and priority of emergency vehicles during critical operations,” he said in a statement yesterday.

Police identified the driver following a probe by the Kampar district police headquarters. Initial investigations revealed the driver claimed he was unaware of the fire truck due to the loud engine noise and fully closed windows, which muffled the siren.

The summons was issued under Section 9(2) of the Road Traffic Rules 1959 (LN166/59) for failing to give way to an emergency vehicle.

Nazri reminded road users of their legal duty to yield to emergency vehicles such as ambulances, police cars, and fire engines when sirens or warning lights are activated, warning that failure to comply not only violates the law but can delay rescue efforts and endanger lives.

- Bernama

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