Police probe Simpang Pulai road rage after Mercedes driver allegedly threatened with stick

Ipoh police are investigating a road rage incident on Jalan Ipoh-Gopeng, Simpang Pulai, where a Mercedes driver claimed he was threatened with a wooden stick, according to authorities. The altercation reportedly took place at 4:56pm when the Mercedes driver said his vehicle was forced to the side by a Toyota Vios. The incident escalated after the victim honked at the other vehicle, leading to a confrontation.

One of the men from the Toyota Vios allegedly pointed a stick at the victim's brother, which was captured on a dashboard camera. The case is being investigated under Section 506 of the Penal Code, and authorities are actively working to identify the individuals involved. Police chief ACP Muhammad Najib Hamzah advised all road users to drive carefully, control their emotions, and avoid aggressive behavior when facing misunderstandings on the road.