Nearly 7,000 Road Traffic Fatalities Recorded In 2023 - Loke
According to Transport Minister Anthony Loke, there were nearly 7,000 traffic fatalities in 2023. Citing police data, the Transport Minister stated that 6,443 fatalities were reported in 2023, reaffirming his unwavering commitment to lowering the terrible death toll from traffic accidents.
In addition to providing daily data on road accident fatalities, the ministry introduced the Road-Safety Plan 2022–2030 in an effort to minimize traffic fatalities and dramatically increase public awareness of the alarmingly high number of road accident deaths, Loke added.
To achieve this challenging goal, he said the plan outlines ten priority areas that address various road safety issues. “The first three-year action plan (2022–2024) focuses on establishing governance platforms and mechanisms for effectively monitoring and evaluating road safety interventions across these ten areas. “As we near the end of this first action plan, it is time to review our progress, refine our strategies and prepare for the next three-year plan (2025-2027) to reduce road traffic fatalities further,” he said. Road crash injuries and fatalities are a major global concern. The World Health Organization reports that the greatest cause of death for individuals between the ages of five and 29 is traffic accidents.
This pattern is clearly visible in Malaysia, where the number of traffic accident cases reported increased from 545,588 in 2022 to 598,635 in 2023. The increase in fatalities is equally concerning.
Loke emphasized the importance of public transportation in Malaysia's road safety system. However, because Malaysia is reliant on private vehicles, more efforts must be made to ensure the health and safety of road users while also reducing road accidents and fatalities.
Written By
Anis
Previously in banking and e commerce before she realized nothing makes her happier than a revving engine and gleaming tyres........
JPJ Running Numbers
KUALA LUMPUR
VPM4116
SELANGOR
BSG7219
JOHOR
JYE4115
PULAU PINANG
PRT351
PERAK
ANY6350
PAHANG
CFC9861
KEDAH
KGB6179
NEGERI SEMBILAN
NEG6241
KOTA KINABALU
SJL9999*
KUCHING
QAB8277L
Last updated 01 Aug, 2025
Fuel Price
Petrol
RON 95
RM 2.05
RON 97
RM 3.17
-0.04
RON 100
RM 5.00
VPR
RM 6.23
Diesel
EURO 5 B10
RM 2.91
EURO 5 B7
RM 3.11
Last updated 31 Jul, 2025
Related News
Heavy Vehicles Contribute To Rise In Fatal Crashes - PDRM
Federal JSPT director stated that light trucks, trailers, and container lorries are the main causes of accidents involving commercial vehicles.
24-12-2024
532K Road Accidents From Jan - Oct 2024, 5,364 Fatalities
532,125 road accidents were reported between Jan to Oct this year, of which 5,364 were fatal.
18-11-2024
2 Teens Die Trying To Perform Wheelies On Their Motorbikes
Two 13-year-old died when they collided while performing stunts on their motorcycles. The teens collided head on while performing wheelies.
19-08-2024
Op Selamat 22: Lower Accident Rate, Traffic Summonses Skyrocket
Operation Selamat 22 saw a slight decrease in the alarming statistics compared to raya holidays of last year.
19-04-2024
Police Will Release Daily Road Fatality Numbers - Loke
Police will soon be releasing daily data on the number of accidents nationwide, says transport minister.
07-03-2024
915,874 Road Accidents Recorded From 2021-2022 - Ministry Of Transport
A total of 915,874 road accidents were recorded in 2021 and 2022, says the Transport Ministry.
14-06-2023
Police Record 41% Increase In Accidents During This Year's Ops Selamat
Number of accidents during this year's Ops Selamat increased by 41% compared to 2022.
01-02-2023
4-Vehicle Pile-Up On Besraya Partly Caused By Deployed Airbag
Deployed airbag partly to blame for viral four-vehicle pile-up on Besraya earlier this week.
17-07-2025
Latest News
Anwar: 13MP Pushes for Improved Connectivity – Better Buses, Trains and Roads
The 13th Malaysia Plan focuses on better connectivity through buses, trains, roads, and smarter planning.
31-07-2025
Solar Lights Transform Gerik-Jeli Highway After Crash Concerns
Solar lights now brighten the Gerik-Jeli highway as part of JKR’s safety upgrade following the recent UPSI bus crash.
31-07-2025
Chery Tiggo Cross CKD Rolls Off Inokom Kulim’s Production Line
The new Chery Tiggo Cross has begun rolling off the production line at Inokom's assembly facility in Kulim, Kedah.
31-07-2025
Tow Truck Operator Charged Over Viral PLUS Highway Blockade
Tow truck driver pleads not guilty to blocking PLUS highway near Pedas-Linggi during towing attempt.
31-07-2025
Toll Freeze Only For 2025, No Extensions Planned
The toll freeze is limited to 2025, with no changes planned for existing concession terms.
31-07-2025
MLFF Toll System Likely Delayed Until 2027 - Works Ministry
Malaysia’s MLFF toll system is likely delayed until 2027 pending regulatory work and Cabinet approval.
31-07-2025
PR Spouses Sidelined From RON95 Fuel Subsidy
PR spouses raising Malaysian children will reportedly soon be paying more for RON95.
31-07-2025
KTMB Adds 11,340 Extra ETS Seats for Aug - Sept Holidays
KTMB is adding 630 ETS seats daily from Aug 28 to Sept 21, totalling 11,340 extra seats across popular holiday period.
30-07-2025
Show More
trending_flat