Bus Bungles Into a Drama at Genting Highlands: Hospital Havoc and a Mix‑up of Drivers
What Went Down
Picture this – a Friday night bus ferrying a happy bunch of tourists from Singapore to Genting Highlands suddenly goes in for a one‑stop collision check on the Karak Expressway. The crash knocked out a lorry, ruffled a crowd of twenty passengers, and sent five people off to the ER.
The Roster of the Stage
- Two Singaporeans and a Malaysian bus driver are still in the hospital, hospital‑based location confirmed by Transtar Travel.
- Most of the cabin was Singaporean – around 15 out of 20 souls on board.
- Two more Singaporean travellers got a quick disembark, finished up their A&E visit, and returned home.
A Motorway Mishap
The incident happened around dawn (roughly 6:30 am) at kilometer 29 of the Karak Expressway. Urban legend says the highway is a vital artery linking Kuala Lumpur to Pahang’s coast.
Timing & Tweak
- The bus set out from Golden Mile Complex at 10:30 pm the night before, slated for a 6 am arrival in Genting.
- At some point after crossing the China‑Singapore bridge, the crew swapped to a different bus because the A/C was acting slightly rebellious.
- The new driver, a seasoned veteran with 20 years on the road, took the wheel. Still, the authorities are rolling up the paperwork to determine how exactly the wreck unfolded.
Got Stuck
Passengers were pinned inside the bus for close to an hour before the Malaysian Emergency Service (APM) swooped in to free them, according to Shin Min Daily News.
The After‑math
- All 20 passengers were offered a full refund, free lodging in Kuala Lumpur, and a return trip home – courtesy of Transtar Travel.
- Some folks decided to keep traveling to Genting for the thrill; others chose to head back independently.
Driving the Scene
Snapshots from the APM show EMTs carrying a traumatized, blood‑covered woman away from the crash site – a stark reminder of how quickly adventures can turn into emergency dramas.
Takeaway
Even with seasoned drivers and meticulous planning, the road can sometimes throw a curveball – a lesson that merry travellers better keep an eye on every mile.
Traffic Tragedy on the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway
On July 13, 2022 a serious collision struck the busy stretch of the Kuala Lumpur‑Karak Expressway. It was a scene that sent shock waves – and, oddly, a few traffic‑polite comments from the highway’s dusty shoulder.
Attacked by a sudden skid, the vehicle ploughed into a ditch and patients were rushed to Selayang Hospital on the outskirts of Kuala Lumpur. The post on the Defence Forces’ Facebook page confirmed the medical dispatch.
Recent “Heavy‑metal” Road Incidents
- June 29 – Easter‑Sunday Slip‑Slip: A 28‑year‑old Singaporean tourist was struck dead when her car burst into a chaotic skid along Malaysia’s eastern coast. The vehicle’s abrupt stop caused a fatal, on‑spot collapse.
- May – Oil‑Palm Misstep: A Singaporean family escaped largely uninjured after their car swerved away from a motorcycle and overturned atop a palm plantation in Johor. The bruised occupants were taken to a local clinic.
- 2013 – Jungle of Crashes: A 74‑year‑old Singaporean woman succumbed to injuries at the 31.5 km point of the Karak Expressway after four vehicles collided. Another eight Singaporean tourists were hospitalized amid the wreckage.
Press Notes
The Straits Times reached out to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Malaysian police for comments. The agencies have not yet released a statement, but the nervous grip of traffic safety remains firmly in place.
As we wrap up, it’s clear the expressway has been a less-than-smooth ride for our Singaporean friends. Let’s hope the roads stay clearer from now on – and maybe bring a bigger umbrella to weather the next “curve!”
