KINABATANGAN: The company that employs the lorry driver responsible for damaging the tourism landmark in Sukau, near here, should pay for the repair.
A video showing a lorry crashing into the gate of Kampung Sukau, near here, has gone viral.
"Based on the report I received, the incident was caused by the driver's negligence. He was unaware that the lorry's dump had lifted on its own, causing it to hit the gate to Sukau," said Sabah Commercial Vehicle Licensing Board (LPKP) chairman Vivian Wong.
"I am grateful there were no injuries to road users.
"I have received many inquiries about the repair of the gate that was destroyed.
"I believe the company involved should take responsibility and repair the gate. Coordinate with the local authorities so that the gate can be repaired promptly as it is a tourism landmark for Sukau."
Sukau is a small village in Kinabatangan district, Sabah. It is best known for its proximity to Sungai Kinabatangan, one of the most significant and diverse ecosystems in Borneo.
The area around Sukau has rich biodiversity, including wildlife like proboscis monkeys, pygmy elephants, orangutans and a wide array of bird species.
Wong, who is also Sandakan member of parliament, said investigations found that the lorry involved in the incident has an active 'A' Carrier Licence under the Sabah LPKP, owned by a company with a depot address in Bukit Garam, Kinabatangan, and it operates throughout Sabah and Labuan.
"I have asked for a review of the records of the driver and the vehicle involved to determine if there were previous accidents.
"This matter will be discussed at the upcoming Sabah LPKP meeting for consideration of further action."