Student charged with dangerous driving over crash that killed 5

A 19-year-old university student, Goh Yin Zun, was charged in the Kluang Magistrates' Court for reckless and dangerous driving that resulted in a crash, killing five people in Simpang Renggam, Kluang in June. Appearing via an interpreter, Goh pleaded not guilty to the charges read by magistrate Norasidah A Rahman. The charge stems from driving a Mercedes-Benz recklessly at Km27 Jalan Renggam-Simpang Renggam at 1.19pm on June 1.

If convicted, Goh faces up to five years in prison and a RM15,000 fine under Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987. Deputy public prosecutor Nik Noratini Nik Azam brought the prosecution, while Goh was represented by lawyers Daud Ismail and Hang Lee Ying. Initially, the prosecution sought a RM20,000 bail, but the defense argued for a reduction, considering the accuser's age.

Daud also noted that Goh is pursuing a diploma in business studies in Singapore and had fully cooperated since his remand until his release on police bail in June. The court granted Goh bail at RM10,000 with one surety and ordered monthly appearances at a nearby police station. The next court mention is set for November 20.