IPOH, June 10 -- Perak police have advised the bus driver involved in the tragic crash that claimed the lives of 15 Universiti Pendidikan Sultan Idris (UPSI) students to refrain from making any further public statements until his official statement is recorded.

Perak police chief Datuk Noor Hisam Nordin said any premature public comments by the driver could jeopardise the ongoing investigation and potentially fuel unwarranted speculation.

"While he has the right to speak, we recommend he waits until we officially record his statement.

"This case involves multiple dimensions, including the bus company, road conditions, and various technical aspects.

"It is crucial that we allow the authorities to carry out their investigation thoroughl...