Reckless driver who challenged woman to fight arrested
The Wednesday afternoon incident on Jalan Apas happened after the victim was forced to brake to avoid being hit by a Perodua Myvi that darted out of a junction.
Tawau police chief Assistant Commissioner Jasmin Hussin said the incident escalated when the suspect got out of his vehicle, made an obscene gesture towards the victim, hurled verbal abuse and dared her to fight.
"Frightened and distressed by the suspect's aggressive actions, the victim lodged a police report yesterday," he said in a statement.
Following the report, a team from the Tawau police headquarters' Criminal Investigation Division tracked down the suspect and arrested him at 2.50pm.
The man has a criminal record for six offences, including those under the Dangerous Drugs Act.
He is now being investigated under Section 279 of the Penal Code for rash or negligent driving, punishable by imprisonment of up to six months and a maximum fine of RM2,000 or both.
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