130-kg Malayan tiger killed on Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway

In a sombre incident on the Kuala Lumpur-Karak Expressway on 16 May, a male Malayan tiger was tragically killed after being struck by a car.

The accident occurred at 1.20 am when the 130 kg tiger, believed to have wandered from the nearby Bukit Tinggi forest reserve in Bentong , attempted to cross the road.

The collision resulted in the tiger’s death on the emergency lane, while the driver escaped unharmed.

Anih Bhd, the highway concessionaire, has issued a reminder to drivers to remain vigilant and exercise caution, especially near wildlife habitats, to prevent such tragic occurrences in the future.

In a statement, it said,  “We are all aware that such incidents(wildlife being hit) are rare. However, it is a reminder of the importance of awareness and ensuring safety while driving, especially in areas located close to or surrounded by animal habitats.

“Following the accident, Anih along with the police and Perhilitan (Wildlife and National Parks Department) had taken immediate steps to deal with the matter.

The measures include cleaning the accident site, removing the tiger carcass and handing it to Perhilitan for further action,”

It added, “We call for everyone to come together to prevent similar incidents and improve safety while driving to help preserve these endangered animals for the benefit of the future generation,” and noted that the car driver is safe following the accident.