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Straits Times
an hour ago
- Straits Times
S'porean arrested after causing $2,800 damage to BMW in JB, allegedly also involved in 2023 road rage incident
S'porean arrested after causing $2,800 damage to BMW in JB, allegedly also involved in 2023 road rage incident A Singaporean man who was arrested for a road rage incident in Johor on June 7 is alleged to have been involved in a similar incident in 2023. The 40-year-old was arrested on June 8 at 6.20pm, said Johor Bahru North police chief Balveer Singh Mahindar Singh in a statement. He said a 31-year-old Malaysian man had made a police report, claiming that a person in a Singapore-registered Toyota Altis had honked his car horn at him. Assistant Commissioner Balveer said the Singaporean was upset that the Malaysian's BMW had blocked his path in the Taman Tun Aminah area. "An argument took place and the suspect allegedly kicked the complainant's car, causing damage," said AC Balveer. The Johor Bahru Magistrate Court granted a police application for the Singaporean to be detained for mischief, damage of property and utterance of insult until June 12 to assist with investigations. Facebook user Vicky Sing, who said she was the girlfriend of the Malaysian driver, posted videos and photos of the incident on June 7. One of the videos shows the Singaporean man kicking the car. On June 9, she shared an Oct 6, 2023, post by another Facebook user Tok Zhi Wei of the driver of the same Singapore-registered Toyota Altis kicking another car. Ms Sing also shared photos of a quotation for 9,300 ringgit (S$2,800) from a Malaysian auto workshop to repair her boyfriend's BMW. Click here to contribute a story or submit it to our WhatsApp Get more of Stomp's latest updates by following us on:
Independent Singapore
5 hours ago
- Independent Singapore
SG man arrested in JB after road rage video goes viral
JOHOR BAHRU: A 40-year-old Singaporean man whose road rage was caught on camera on Saturday (Jun 7) has been detained by the police in Johor. The man is said to have gotten into a fight with a Malaysian man and caused damage to his vehicle. His case is under investigation for mischief. If he is found guilty, he could be sentenced to prison for up to three months, be required to pay a fine, or both. The man is also being investigated for using words or gestures intended to insult someone's modesty. For this, he could face up to five years in jail, be fined, or both. A 31-year-old Malaysian man filed a complaint against a Singaporean national over an incident that occurred before 3:00 p.m. near Taman Ungku Tun Aminah in Johor Bahru. He was arrested in the early evening hours of June 8, according to Johor Baru (North) district police chief Assistant Commissioner Balveer Singh. The man had been driving a Toyota Altis, registered in Singapore, when he got involved in an altercation with the Malaysian man. The Malaysian man's girlfriend, Vicky Sing, uploaded photos and videos of the incident to her Facebook account. One video showed the Singaporean man kicking the Malaysian man's vehicle, and in another video , Ms Sing showed the damage the car sustained. She wrote in the caption to her post that she and her boyfriend had been on their way to have lunch when the Singaporean man honked his horn at them several times, claiming that the couple's vehicle had blocked his way. Ms Sing alleged that the man kept bumping into and spitting on her boyfriend, who did not fight back. 'The complainant stated that while driving his BMW at 2:39 p.m. in the Tun Aminah area, he was honked at by a Toyota Altis with a Singapore registration number, whose driver was dissatisfied because his path was blocked. An argument ensued, and the suspect allegedly kicked the complainant's car, causing damage. However, the complainant did not suffer any injuries,' according to Assistant Commissioner Singh, who also noted that Ms Sing's posts 'quickly drew public attention.' See also Mural mural on the wall Police from Johor Bahru have said that the Singaporean man has tested negative for drugs and that he has no prior criminal record. He was scheduled to be brought before the magistrate's court today for a remand application. Assistant Commissioner Singh has asked anyone with information regarding the incident to call Johor Baru North police headquarters. /TISG Read also: S'porean woman & M'sian man who hit 2 policemen at JB arrested after high-speed chase
The Sun
a day ago
- The Sun
Singapore Driver Attacks Malaysian Couple in JB Road Rage
A shocking road rage episode unfolded on Saturday (June 7) at Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/4 in Taman Sutera Utama, Skudai, Johor when a Singapore-plated car driver completely lost his cool during peak traffic hours. The wild confrontation has since gone viral after Facebook user Vicky Sing posted the jaw-dropping footage that shows just how ugly things can get on Malaysian roads. What started as a typical traffic snarl quickly escalated into an explosive face-off that left everyone stunned. Sing, who was a passenger in a BMW with her boyfriend, witnessed the entire drama unfold right before their eyes. The chaos began when cars ahead were moving erratically, creating the kind of stop-start traffic that drives everyone mad. Like many frustrated drivers, Sing's boyfriend joined the chorus of honking vehicles trying to get things moving. But things took a nasty turn when a Toyota Altis behind them started laying on the horn non-stop, clearly agitated by the gridlock. That's when the real villain of this story appeared – a Singapore-registered vehicle that suddenly pulled up alongside the couple's BMW. The driver immediately started screaming at them, demanding to know why they weren't moving forward despite the obvious traffic jam ahead. When Sing's boyfriend calmly tried to explain that they were stuck because of the slow-moving car in front, the Singapore driver wasn't having any of it. 'Don't think you're so great just cause you drive a BMW,' he allegedly sneered, making it clear this wasn't just about traffic anymore – it had become personal. What happened next shocked everyone watching. The enraged driver actually got out of his car and physically confronted Sing's boyfriend, allegedly shoving him and then spitting on him in broad daylight. The audacity was unbelievable, but Sing's boyfriend showed incredible restraint, refusing to fight back even though he was being assaulted. He knew people were filming and wisely suggested they should head to the nearest police station to sort things out properly. This reasonable response only seemed to fuel the Singapore driver's rage even more. In a final act of destruction, he kicked the BMW hard enough to leave a visible dent, all while shouting 'Go police then go, I am not afraid of you!' before jumping back into his car and speeding off like nothing happened. The whole incident was captured on video and quickly spread across social media, with Malaysians expressing outrage at the foreign driver's behavior on their soil. Sing made sure to document everything, including photos of the damage to their car and the police report they filed at Taman Ungku Tun Aminah Police Station right after the incident. The footage shows just how quickly road rage can spiral out of control, turning a minor traffic inconvenience into a criminal matter involving assault and property damage. What's particularly infuriating for many viewers is the arrogant attitude displayed by the Singapore driver, who seemed to think he could behave however he wanted without consequences. So far, police haven't released any updates about whether they've tracked down the aggressive driver or what charges he might face. The incident has sparked heated discussions online about road rage, cross-border behavior, and how drivers should handle traffic disputes without resorting to violence and vandalism. Following the incident, the couple lodged a police report at the Taman Ungku Tun Aminah Police Station. A photo of the report was also included in Sing's post. Authorities have yet to release an official statement on the matter. It is unclear whether the driver involved has been identified or if an investigation is underway.
The Sun
a day ago
- The Sun
Singapore driver goes berserk on Malaysian couple in JB traffic drama
A shocking road rage episode unfolded on Saturday (June 7) at Jalan Sutera Tanjung 8/4 in Taman Sutera Utama, Skudai, Johor when a Singapore-plated car driver completely lost his cool during peak traffic hours. The wild confrontation has since gone viral after Facebook user Vicky Sing posted the jaw-dropping footage that shows just how ugly things can get on Malaysian roads. What started as a typical traffic snarl quickly escalated into an explosive face-off that left everyone stunned. Sing, who was a passenger in a BMW with her boyfriend, witnessed the entire drama unfold right before their eyes. The chaos began when cars ahead were moving erratically, creating the kind of stop-start traffic that drives everyone mad. Like many frustrated drivers, Sing's boyfriend joined the chorus of honking vehicles trying to get things moving. But things took a nasty turn when a Toyota Altis behind them started laying on the horn non-stop, clearly agitated by the gridlock. That's when the real villain of this story appeared – a Singapore-registered vehicle that suddenly pulled up alongside the couple's BMW. The driver immediately started screaming at them, demanding to know why they weren't moving forward despite the obvious traffic jam ahead. When Sing's boyfriend calmly tried to explain that they were stuck because of the slow-moving car in front, the Singapore driver wasn't having any of it. 'Don't think you're so great just cause you drive a BMW,' he allegedly sneered, making it clear this wasn't just about traffic anymore – it had become personal. What happened next shocked everyone watching. The enraged driver actually got out of his car and physically confronted Sing's boyfriend, allegedly shoving him and then spitting on him in broad daylight. The audacity was unbelievable, but Sing's boyfriend showed incredible restraint, refusing to fight back even though he was being assaulted. He knew people were filming and wisely suggested they should head to the nearest police station to sort things out properly. This reasonable response only seemed to fuel the Singapore driver's rage even more. In a final act of destruction, he kicked the BMW hard enough to leave a visible dent, all while shouting 'Go police then go, I am not afraid of you!' before jumping back into his car and speeding off like nothing happened. The whole incident was captured on video and quickly spread across social media, with Malaysians expressing outrage at the foreign driver's behavior on their soil. Sing made sure to document everything, including photos of the damage to their car and the police report they filed at Taman Ungku Tun Aminah Police Station right after the incident. The footage shows just how quickly road rage can spiral out of control, turning a minor traffic inconvenience into a criminal matter involving assault and property damage. What's particularly infuriating for many viewers is the arrogant attitude displayed by the Singapore driver, who seemed to think he could behave however he wanted without consequences. So far, police haven't released any updates about whether they've tracked down the aggressive driver or what charges he might face. The incident has sparked heated discussions online about road rage, cross-border behavior, and how drivers should handle traffic disputes without resorting to violence and vandalism. Following the incident, the couple lodged a police report at the Taman Ungku Tun Aminah Police Station. A photo of the report was also included in Sing's post. Authorities have yet to release an official statement on the matter. It is unclear whether the driver involved has been identified or if an investigation is underway.
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Rakyat Post
a day ago
- Rakyat Post
[Watch] Singaporean Driver Goes Berserk In Johor Traffic Jam, Gets Arrested
Subscribe to our FREE A Singaporean driver found himself in hot water with Malaysian authorities after a road rage incident in Johor was caught on video and went viral online. The 40-year-old man was arrested following what appears to be a heated confrontation over a traffic situation. According to reports and social media posts, the incident began during Saturday afternoon traffic in Taman Ungku Tun Aminah. A Malaysian couple in their BMW were caught in slow-moving traffic, with cars ahead frequently stopping and starting. Like many drivers in similar situations, they used their horn to signal their frustration. However, the driver of a Singapore-registered Toyota Altis behind them allegedly took issue with this, pulling up alongside their vehicle to question why they weren't moving forward. From Words to Physical Confrontation When the Malaysian driver explained that traffic ahead was the cause of the delay, the situation reportedly escalated. According to witness accounts, the Singapore driver disputed that any horns had been sounded and allegedly made comments about the BMW. The exchange of words continued to intensify, with both drivers eventually getting out of their vehicles. Video footage shared on social media shows what appears to be a verbal confrontation between the two men. The situation allegedly turned physical when the Singapore driver reportedly kicked the BMW, causing damage to the vehicle. The incident was recorded by the Malaysian driver's girlfriend, who posted the videos on Facebook, where they quickly gained widespread attention. Swift Police Action and Formal Charges Police acted swiftly on the matter. They arrested the Singapore driver around 6:20 PM the same day after receiving a police report at 3:01 PM. According to a He faces charges under Section 426 of the Penal Code for mischief and Section 509 for allegedly insulting someone's dignity. Online Reactions and Legal Reality Check The viral videos got people talking online, with most folks scratching their heads over how a simple traffic jam turned into such a mess. Many couldn't believe someone would get so worked up over something every driver deals with daily. The whole thing shows how easily road rage can get out of hand, especially when you're driving in another country where their laws are the ones that count. The individual now faces a Malaysian judge in court, as police continue to investigate the incident—a reminder that 'in anger a person does foolish things,' and that momentary rage can lead to lasting consequences under the law. READ MORE : READ MORE : READ MORE : Share your thoughts with us via TRP's . Get more stories like this to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter.
