A VIDEO circulating on social media showing a group of vehicles driving recklessly on a road up a hill has drawn the attention of internet users.
Captions and comments on the viral video claim that it shows a group of vehicle owners driving recklessly in Genting Highlands.
Did the events depicted in the viral video actually happen?
VERDICT:
TRUE
Bentong OCPD Supt Zaiham Mohd Kahar said police had received an eight-minute, 23-second video clip via Facebook Messenger on Sunday (March 9), showing a group of vehicle owners driving recklessly on a Genting Highlands road bend.
He said police are investigating the viral video.
"The police have opened an investigation paper, and the case is being investigated under Section 42 of the Road Transport Act (RTA) 1987 for reckless and dangerous driving," he said in a statement Monday (March 10).
He urged anyone who witnessed the incident to come forward and assist with the investigation while reminding the public that strict action will be taken against those committing such offences.
"Police will conduct integrated operations in the area, especially on weekends and public holidays, as we have received reports and complaints that the location is frequently used by vehicle owners for gatherings and activities that disrupt public order and threaten the safety of road users," he added. - BERNAMA
