25-06-2025
Man arrested after reversing truck into car multiple times in Johor Bahru road rage incident
MALAYSIA: A 50-year-old man has been arrested in Johor Bahru, Malaysia, after a road rage incident where he repeatedly reversed his Toyota Hilux into a smaller vehicle during a roadside confrontation.
The incident took place at around 3:10 pm on 22 June 2025, along Jalan Tun Razak.
According to a statement by the Johor Bahru Selatan District Police, the altercation began when a 63-year-old man driving a Perodua Axia slowed down after missing a turn.
The suspect, driving behind in a Hilux, overtook the Axia and a verbal argument followed.
Shortly after, the Hilux driver reversed his vehicle three times into the Axia, which was stationary by the roadside.
Footage of the incident, released by the police on their official Facebook page, shows the Hilux reversing twice into the Axia before fleeing the scene.
The damage to the Axia was estimated at RM15,300 (approximately US$3,602.12).
Police have since arrested the 50-year-old suspect and confirmed that he has seven previous criminal records, though he is not currently listed as wanted. He also tested negative for drugs.
He is expected to be brought before the Johor Bahru Magistrate Court for a remand order under Section 117 of the Penal Code.
Multiple Charges Under Review
Malaysian authorities are investigating the case under several legal provisions:
Section 427 of the Penal Code – for mischief and causing damage, which carries a maximum penalty of five years' imprisonment, a fine, or both.
Section 279 of the Penal Code – for rash driving, punishable by up to six months in jail, a fine of up to RM2,000 (approximately US$470.87), or both.
Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 – for reckless and dangerous driving, which may result in up to five years in jail, a fine between RM5,000 (approximately US$1,177.17) and RM15,000 (approximately US$3,531.50), and a driver's license suspension of up to two years.
Investigations are ongoing.
