Kuala Lumpur:The driver of a BYD SUV involved in a tragic six-vehicle collision on Jalan Kuching, which resulted in the death of a five-year-old girl, is set to be charged tomorrow in the Magistrate's Court.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, the 24-year-old driver was taken into custody today at approximately 11.30 am after being discharged from a hospital in Damansara. He was later transferred to the Dang Wangi District Police Headquarters lock-up around 12.30 pm.

The investigation papers were submitted to the Prosecution Director at 3 pm, who agreed to proceed with charges against the suspect in the Magistrate's Court 13 (Traffic) located in Jalan Duta at 9 am. The charges include causing death by reckless or dangerous driving under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, reckless and dangerous driving under Section 42(1), and failing to stop after an accident under Section 52(1).

The accident, which occurred at about 3.44 pm, involved the BYD Seal reportedly striking the rear of a Perodua Bezza, resulting in the death of the young girl due to severe head injuries. The collision also affected a motorcycle and three other vehicles, a Nissan Almera, a Toyota Alphard, and a Perodua Myvi. The girl's father, who was driving the Perodua Bezza, and the motorcyclist were also injured in the incident.