A motorcyclist died after hitting a pothole on Jalan Lintas near the Lido Flyover.
The 30-year-old rider was heading from City Mall to Kota Kinabalu International Airport when he struck the damaged road surface.
He lost control, was thrown six metres forward, and fell unconscious.

Emergency responders rushed him to Queen Elizabeth 1 Hospital for treatment.
Doctors pronounced him dead at 1:35 PM due to severe head injuries.
“This accident happened because the victim hit a pothole on the road,” said Kota Kinabalu police chief ACP Kasim Muda.
He said the case is being investigated under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.
“We urge all road users to drive carefully and follow traffic regulations,” he added. – February 3, 2025.