Police statistics show that the number of deaths due to illegal racing increased sharply in the Sungai Buloh district between January and August this year.
Sungai Buloh District Police Chief, Superintendent Mohd Hafiz Muhammad Nor said, “So far, 11 motorcyclists have been reported dead as a result of racing activities with seven investigation papers opened compared to the same period last year when three motorcyclists died and three investigation papers were opened.
“This increase is very worrying. Therefore, parents or guardians must be sensitive and careful in controlling their children’s activities.
“Especially minors, especially at night so that they don’t get involved in any illegal racing activities that can threaten and take their lives and endanger other road users.”
According to him, underage motorcyclists and guardians can be charged according to Section 39 of the Road Transport Act 1987 which is the offense of underage driving and allowing others who do not have a driving license.
“If convicted, a fine not exceeding RM2000 or imprisonment not exceeding six months or both will be imposed.
“Parents can be subject to action according to Section 31(1)(a) of the Children’s Act 2001 which outlines offenses involving abuse, neglect, and abandonment or exposure of children.
“They can be fined a maximum of RM50,000 or jailed for 20 years or both if convicted,” he said.
Mohd Hafiz said in this issue of illegal racing, the community also needs to play a role by being the eyes and ears of the authorities, especially the Royal Malaysian Police (PDRM) in efforts to eradicate the activity.
He said this regarding a case in which two 13-year-old boys died due to a collision while they were pulling wheelies. The incident happened at Jalan Elmina Business Park, Aman Putri, Sungai Pelong, Shah Alam, last night.
