Driver's panic during driver switch caused SUV to crash into KKIA departure hall, says police
A 66-year-old woman accidentally crashed her SUV into the Kota Kinabalu International Airport departure hall while attempting to switch seats with her son. The vehicle accelerated unexpectedly when she panicked, causing damage to the building and minor injuries to the driver.
Why it matters
The incident highlights the importance of vehicle safety protocols and driver awareness in high-traffic public areas.
KOTA KINABALU: Police say that the SUV that crashed into the departure hall of Kota Kinabalu International Airport (KKIA) on Thursday (Aug 8) was caused by a 66-year-old woman accidentally stepping on the accelerator while trying to switch driver seats with her son.
Kota Kinabalu District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Shahrudin Mat Husain said the woman had stopped in the second lane outside the terminal building at around 4.55pm to allow her son to take over driving.
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