Jail and fine for terrorising taxi driver, passengers


In a fit of rage, a man hit the side mirror of a taxi and hurled vulgarities at the driver, who was in the vehicle with passengers, including an 18-month-old baby.

Joel Tan Qing Wei, 31, was yesterday sentenced to six weeks’ jail and a fine of S$2,000 (RM6,735) after he pleaded guilty to one count each of harassment and committing an act of mischief.

The Star Christmas Special Promo: Save 35% OFF Yearly. T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.02/month

Billed as RM 96.20 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!

Next In Aseanplus News

Cambodia earns US$14.83bil from exports of garments, footwear in Jan-Nov
Philippine live births fall to around 1.36 million in 2024
Heavy congestion expected at Brunei's border during holiday period
Sabah MACC proposes governance improvements for state rural housing programme
Myanmar nationals caught with 10 drones in Bangkok: Police
Taiwan metro attack suspect's parents apologise after deadly stabbing
Christmas spirit lights up HCM City streets
K-Pop concert to be held in Hong Kong and aired in mainland China, say organisers
Singapore core inflation stays at year’s high of 1.2% in November
MACC uncovers high-profile cases, recovers assets worth over RM8.4bil as of Nov 30

Others Also Read