A Malaysian motorcyclist was heading to Singapore when he experienced breathing difficulties and collapsed at a checkpoint in Johor Bahru (JB).
Paramedics later pronounced him dead at the scene.
Source: Oriental Daily
The man leaves behind his pregnant wife and a 10-month-old baby.
According to Oriental Daily, a 29-year-old man was riding to Singapore on Friday (5 April) morning when he encountered breathing difficulties at one of the two JB checkpoints.
The Malaysian motorcyclist collapsed to the ground soon after.
Speaking to Malaysian media, JB South police chief Raub Selamat confirmed that authorities received news of the incident at around 8.45am on 5 April.
It was also revealed that medical staff from Sultanah Aminah Hospital declared the man dead at the scene.
Based on the location of the hospital, it’s likely that the incident took place at the JB checkpoint connected to the Causeway.
Malaysian police do not suspect foul play and are investigating the case.
Sin Chew Daily identified the man as 29-year-old Faris Azmi (name transliterated from Chinese).
He reportedly worked as a courier and travels daily between Malaysia and Singapore.
He leaves behind his wife who’s two months pregnant and a 10-month-old son.
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The boy is an only child to the single mum.
Authorities had to use equipment to pry the vehicle open to free the man.
The authorities have investigated and closed the incident with no follow-ups required, MFA said.
He crossed the border daily in hopes of buying a house for his family.
On a few days, the thundery showers might extend into the night.
His church has urged parishioners to refrain from visiting him as he heals.