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Seven Yemeni nationals detained for dangerous driving in Kuala Lumpur
Seven Yemeni nationals, aged between 23 and 26, have been detained by police following dangerous driving stunts in Kuala Lumpur. The incident occurred around 12:30 a.m. on August 28 on Jalan Sungai Besi heading towards Jalan Bukit Bintang.
According to the Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department, the group used two vehicles to celebrate a friend's wedding. Passengers were filmed leaning out of the vehicles and sitting on the door windows while the cars were in motion. The footage went viral on social media, prompting a police investigation.
Of the seven men detained, five are public university students in Kedah, while two are university graduates. The case is being investigated under Section 336 of the Penal Code for acts of negligence or rashness endangering life or personal safety. If convicted, the individuals face up to three months in prison, a fine of up to RM500, or both.
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Jalan Bukit Bintang · Jalan Sungai Besi · Kuala Lumpur Traffic Investigation and Enforcement Department