15 UPSI Students Killed in Tasik Banding Accident
15 UPSI Students Killed in Tasik Banding Accident
A total of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students were killed in a horrific accident that occurred on the East-West Highway near Tasik Banding, Gerik, at approximately 1 a.m. today. The accident involved a bus carrying students and several other vehicles, including a car.
According to sources, the bus was specially chartered to transport 42 passengers, most of whom were UPSI students from Terengganu and Kelantan who were on their way back to the campus in Tanjung Malim, Perak, after celebrating Aidiladha in their hometowns. The bus was reportedly traveling from Jerteh, Terengganu, before this heartbreaking tragedy occurred.
The condition of the victims who were killed and injured has not yet been confirmed in detail, but authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the actual cause of the accident.
This incident has caused deep sorrow, especially among the UPSI community and the victims' families. The university is expected to issue an official statement soon regarding this unfortunate tragedy.
Further reports will be provided as soon as detailed information is obtained from the authorities.
