Ambulance driver in fatal Jasin crash claims trial to reckless driving
The crash on Aug 26 resulted in the death of 18-year-old motorcyclist Amirul Asyraaf Azizan.
At approximately 9:15am on August 26, an ambulance driver named Noorikhmal Baharuddin pleaded not guilty in a Melaka court to reckless driving charges related to a fatal crash. The incident occurred at the Kampung Ayer Merbau traffic light junction, resulting in the death of 18-year-old motorcyclist Amirul Asyraaf Azizan.
Noorikhmal, 41, faces up to five years in prison, a fine of RM20,000 to RM50,000, and a license suspension for up to five years under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. The prosecution suggested bail at RM8,000 with one surety, while Noorikhmal's defense counsel requested a lower bail amount, citing his cooperation with the investigation. Magistrate Mazana Sinin initially set bail at RM3,000 and permitted the suspension of Noorikhmal's driving license, with a mention set for September 17.
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