KUALA LUMPUR: A woman was killed when a crane hook at a construction site fell on her car at Jalan Raja Chulan during rush hour this evening.
The victim is identified as Chin Khoon Sing, 24, from George Town, Penang.
It is understood that the incident occurred at 7.20pm. The hook, which was attached to a crane at a nearby construction site, is believed to have detached and fell onto her Perodua Kelisa.
Chin, whose car was stationary in the traffic jam, was killed instantly.
The construction site is believed to be part of the Pavilion shopping mall.
It is learnt that the hook weighs about a tonne.
A City Fire and Rescue Department spokesperson said firemen were alerted to the incident at 7.23pm, and 16 firemen were deployed to the scene.
Police believe Chin was returning from her office when the tragedy occurred.
The case is classified as causing death by negligence under Section 304A of the Penal Code.