Car wash worker claims trial to attempted murder of traffic cop

Lance corporal Badrul Izwany Pauzi, 29, sustained severe injuries, including a broken arm and leg, on September 24 when he was struck by a car allegedly attempting to evade a police roadblock. K Viknes, also 29, now faces trial for the attempted murder of his colleague. Viknes claimed the stand in a sessions court after the charge was read before Judge Norhayati Yunus.

He maintains his innocence, claiming he rammed his Honda Civic into the victim, fully aware that the act could result in death. If found guilty, Viknes could face up to 20 years in prison and a fine under Section 307 of the Penal Code. Deputy public prosecutor M Raveena requested bail at RM100,000, with Viknes surrendering his passport until the case is resolved.

Viknes' lawyer Jagdave Singh suggested a lower bail amount of RM10,000, citing his client's meager daily income of RM50 and role as the family's sole breadwinner. The court imposed bail at RM20,000 with one surety and ordered Viknes to report to the police monthly and surrender his passport to the court. The next mention is scheduled for October 26.