fbpx
Connect with us

News

Drunk Driver In Penang Arrested After Crashing Into Roadblock, Nearly Injuring 15 Officers

Published

Vell
Source: Info Roadblock JPJ/POLIS | Facebook & Malaysia China Insight

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.

A 57-year-old man in Penang was arrested after crashing into a roadblock near the Tun Dr Lim Chong Eu Highway on 9 June.

According to Berita Harian, the man, who was suspected to be driving under the influence of alcohol, almost crashed into 15 officers who were on duty at the roadblock.

Timur Laut District Police Chief, Assistant Commissioner Soffian Santong said that at about 8.30pm, the man in a Toyota Vellfire was seen driving dangerously from Georgetown to Bayan Lepas.

He said the man crashed into a security cone before driving into the tent that housed the officers.

197411803 1913985688779132 7433879263145804508 N

“A total of 15 security personnel comprising the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM), the Malaysian Armed Forces (ATM) and the Malaysian Volunteer Department (RELA) working there were not injured,” he said.

“The man who lives in Jalan Pantai Jerjak, Sungai Nibong was arrested as soon as his vehicle stopped.”

After conducting a breathalyser test, it was found that the suspect was drunk as the alcohol content had exceeded the allowed limit.

Several pieces of equipment were also destroyed including two roadblock signs, beacon lights and safety cones.

“Members on duty were shocked to hear a loud noise and after the vehicle stopped, the police arrested the man,” he said, according to Sinar Harian.

Tent

For illustration purpose only

Meanwhile, several individuals had witnessed the incident, but no CCTV cameras were located at the scene.

“The man involved has no previous criminal record but has 38 summonses for speeding offences and all of them have been cleared, “Soffian Santong said.

“The man was remanded for two days until tomorrow for further action and the case is being investigated under Section 45 (A) (1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.”

“The suspect will also be investigated in accordance with Section 279 of the Penal Code, Section 22 (b) of the Prevention and Control of Infectious Diseases Act 1988 and Section 26 (2) of the Police Act.”

 

Also read: Police Chase Ends In Accident After Man Tries To Escape KL Roadblock Check

Craskl

Source: BERNAMA

Follow us on Facebook, Youtube, Twitter, and Instagram for the latest stories and updates daily.



Just In

Collage 89 Collage 89
News13 hours ago

Johor Government May Implement a 4.5-Day Workweek in the Near Future

A 4-day workweek sounds ideal, but a 4-and-a-half day workweek doesn’t sound bad either. Johoreans may be in luck next...

My Post 1 2024 11 21T160023.537 My Post 1 2024 11 21T160023.537
News14 hours ago

“UPSR get D, SPM can get A” – PMX Responds to BERSIH Giving Him a Grade D in ‘Report Card’

Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim has opened up about BERSIH’s ‘report card‘ on his administration’s performance in conjunction with...

My Post 1 2024 11 21T114442.032 1 My Post 1 2024 11 21T114442.032 1
News18 hours ago

PDRM is Offering 60% Off Selected Traffic Summons at Govt’s 2nd Anniversary Event This Weekend!

In conjunction with the MADANI government’s 2nd anniversary on 24 November (Sunday), the Ministry of Home Affairs of Malaysia (KDN)...

Collage 17 1 Collage 17 1
News2 days ago

MCPF Calls for Vape Ban, Warns Addiction to Substances Can Lead to Unhealthy Behaviours Like Theft

The Malaysian Crime Prevention Foundation (MCPF) is urging for the sale of e-cigarettes or vape devices to be banned or...

Feat Image Lesen Feat Image Lesen
News2 days ago

Anthony Loke: Road Users in M’sia May Have to Pay for Physical Driving License Cards Starting Next Year

Transport Minister Anthony Loke Siew Fook today iterated that the Government will continue with the implementation of digital driving licenses...

Collage 15 2 Collage 15 2
News2 days ago

Filipino Couple Caught Living & Working Illegally in Malaysia Using Fake MyKads That Cost RM250 Each

A Filipino husband and wife were arrested during a raid on November 19 at a house in Pandan Indah yesterday...

Feat Image Apple Ind Feat Image Apple Ind
News2 days ago

Apple Offers to Increase Investment in Indonesia Tenfold to RM446 Million to Lift Country’s iPhone 16 Series Ban

Previously, we shared how the Apple iPhone 16 Series is banned from being sold in Indonesia until the tech giant...

My Post 1 2024 11 20T144359.263 My Post 1 2024 11 20T144359.263
News2 days ago

BERSIH Names Ismail Sabri the Best PM Since 2009, Calls Out PMX for Lack of Urgency with Reforms

In conjunction with the upcoming 2nd anniversary (24 November) of Anwar Ibrahim’s administration, The Coalition for Clean and Fair Elections,...

Announcement

Latest Videos



TRENDING TODAY