Accident Case: Driver of Mercedes Benz GLE450 SUV Pleads Not Guilty

Accused Brought to Kuala Lumpur Magistrate’s Court

The driver of a Mercedes Benz GLE450 SUV involved in an accident before his vehicle caught fire at KM 18.1 near the Wangsa Maju Toll Plaza on the SPE highway was brought to the Kuala Lumpur Magistrate’s Court today (Nov 18).

Accused Pleads Not Guilty to Two Charges

According to Harian Metro, the accused, Sum Kah Fei, 34, pleaded not guilty to two charges.

First Charge: Driving Recklessly

According to the first charge, he was accused of driving recklessly, causing a collision with a motorcycle, resulting in serious injuries to Muhammad Nur Faiz Saini.

Consequences of the First Charge

As a result, the accused faces charges under Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which provides for a prison sentence of up to five years, a fine between RM5,000 and RM15,000, and a five-year disqualification from holding a driver’s license if found guilty.

Second Charge: Failing to Stop After the Accident

For the second charge, the accused is accused of failing to stop his vehicle after the accident.

Consequences of the Second Charge

The accused is charged under Section 52(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, read together with Section 119(1)(a) of the same Act, which carries a maximum fine of RM2,000 or imprisonment of up to six months if found guilty.

Bail Offered for Both Charges

A bail of RM12,000 was initially offered for both charges.

Request for Reduced Bail

The accused’s lawyer pleaded for the bail amount to be reduced due to his client facing business difficulties and needing to support his family.

Court’s Decision

The court then allowed the accused to be released on bail of RM6,000 with one guarantor and set the date for document submission on Feb 24, 2025.

Conclusion

The case is ongoing, and the accused will have to face the consequences of his actions in court. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and the need for drivers to be responsible and cautious on the roads.

FAQs

• What was the accused charged with?
  • The accused was charged with driving recklessly and failing to stop after the accident.
• What are the consequences of the first charge?
  • The accused faces a prison sentence of up to five years, a fine between RM5,000 and RM15,000, and a five-year disqualification from holding a driver’s license if found guilty.
• What are the consequences of the second charge?
  • The accused faces a maximum fine of RM2,000 or imprisonment of up to six months if found guilty.
• What was the initial bail amount offered for both charges?
  • The initial bail amount offered was RM12,000.
• What was the final bail amount decided by the court?
  • The final bail amount decided by the court was RM6,000 with one guarantor.