JOHOR BAHRU: Police are tracking down a group of men who allegedly set off firecrackers on a main road near the Taman Nesa traffic light junction in Skudai here.
Johor Baru North OCPD Asst Comm Azrol Anuar Nor said police detected a viral Facebook video at about 1.30am on Sunday (Nov 8), showing a group of men setting off firecrackers on the road.
He said a team from the district police headquarters went to the location at about 1.45am to investigate the incident.
"However, upon arrival, the group of men believed to be involved had already left the scene.
"Further checks only found traces of firecracker explosions in the area," he said here on Sunday (Nov 8).
ACP Azrol Anuar said the case was being investigated under Section 286 of the Penal Code for negligent conduct involving explosive substances that could endanger lives or cause injury to others.
He added that the case was also being investigated under Section 48(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987 for stopping or allowing a vehicle to remain stationary on a road in a manner that causes danger, obstruction or undue inconvenience to other road users.
Azrol Anuar said police were actively working to identify and locate all individuals believed to be involved to assist in investigations.
He advised the public against speculating about the incident, as it could interfere with the ongoing investigation.
Azrol Anuar also reminded the public not to set off firecrackers on roads as such actions could lead to accidents and injuries to themselves and other road users.
"Police view incidents of this nature seriously and will not compromise on any acts that could endanger public safety," he said.
Those with information on the incident can contact the Johor Baru North district police headquarters hotline at 07-556 3122.
