STUNTMAN at the wheel performing acrobatics? Did the car come off a ramp?
There were many theories and postulations regarding a road mishap in the Touch n Go lane at KM10.8 of the South Plaza Toll Sg Long to Semenyih.
One such driver was automotive publication DSF inviting Facebookers to explain just how this accident happened.
There were plenty of theories though many were made tongue-in-cheek.
Poking fun at Malaysians’ preoccupation with viewing everything through race-tinted lens, one commenter reckoned that the cause of the accident depended on the race of the driver, hilariously bringing to light some well-worn stereotypes.
Some cheekily suggested that the driver was trying to achieve some form of mathematical equation on wheels.
One commenter observed an all too familiar problem on Malaysian roads of cars having stylish sports rims but bald tyres!
A few thought the driver was simply trying to emulate the warning sign on the left!
Was it an attempt to pay less toll, wondered one commenter.
Or was it an elaborate protest at there being no toll waivers for Merdeka Day?
Could the driver be attempting some sort of high jump manoeuvre with the vehicle?
One simply pointed out to this unfortunate driver that it was not a designated parking spot.
Actually, the reality was more prosaic as the car skidded with the driver losing control.
According to Kajang police chief Assistant Commissioner Naazron Abdul Yusof, the accident occurred at about 6.20am on Merdeka Day when the vehicle, driven by a 24-year-old local man with a 20-year-old woman passenger was heading from Balakong to Semenyih.
“Upon arriving at the Sungai Long toll plaza, the driver is believed to have lost control when entering the Touch ‘n Go lane and hit the barrier before skidding into the toll lane.
“Both victims suffered injuries and are currently being treated at Kajang Hospital,” he revealed in a statement.
The case is being investigated under Section 43(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for reckless and inconsiderate driving which led to an accident.
If convicted, the driver can be fined not less than RM5,000 and up to RM10,000 or imprisoned for not more than 12 months.
Hilarious comments aside, it is extremely lucky that there were no fatalities.
Should stiffer penalties be implemented to punish these wannabe stunt drivers? Or is a maximum 12-month jail term sufficient?
FocusM advises all road users to drive extra carefully while mulling that query. – Sept 2, 2025
