Marathon runner still in critical condition
The vehicle that hit the three runners in the race (left) and Ang (right), who remains in critical condition.
PETALING JAYA: Avid runner, Evelyn Ang, who was among three hit by a car during a marathon, continues to fight for her life as she remains in critical condition as she undergoes surgery.
Ang, 44, who suffered severe head injuries in the crash, is still undergoing surgery at Hospital Sungai Buloh Sunday evening, according to her friend who only wished to be known as Avis.
"She was brought here for surgery after initially being rushed to Klang Hospital for treatment," said Avis.
Two other victims – Amiruddin Hamid, 37, and Ahmad Hadafi Jus, 42 – suffered head and ankle injuries which were not as severe as Ang's and are in stable condition.
Ang, who is an ultramarathon runner, was one of the pacers for the marathon.
A pacer is an experienced runner who sets a steady pace so participants can finish the race within a particular time.
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North Klang OCPD Asst Comm Mazelan Paijan said police are investigating the case for reckless driving.
He added that the driver was arrested after the incident, and blood and urine tests conducted came back negative for any intoxicating substances, including drugs and alcohol.
In a statement on its Facebook page, Klang City International Marathon organisers said that Ang suffered a cranial fracture and bleeding in the brain.
"Together, let us pray for our Klang City International Marathon 2017 pacer Evelyn Ang. Hope she will safely go through the critical moment with a speedy recovery," it said.
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