Viral crash: Suspects led cops on chase from Bukit Antarabangsa to Setiawangsa

Two men were apprehended in Kuala Lumpur following a high-speed police pursuit on today. The suspects, found in an Isuzu D-Max pickup truck, were apprehended with equipment potentially linked to cable theft. The chase culminated in a collision at the Jalan Jelatek traffic light, where the driver evidently lost control, crashing into a Proton Wira, a Proton Persona, and a Toyota Harrier. Despite the crash, no injuries were reported.

Assistant Commissioner Mohd Zamzuri Mohd Isa of the City Traffic Enforcement and Investigation Department disclosed that the driver, aged 32, and his 21-year-old passenger had attempted to evade police during a routine inspection. The chase's viral video footage on social media drew comparisons to a scene from the Grand Theft Auto video game series.

The investigation is being conducted under various penal and transportation laws, including charges for obstructing public servants, fraudulent vehicle registration, destruction of property, and reckless driving.

Ampang Jaya police chief, Assistant Commissioner Khairul Anuar Khalid, revealed that the vehicle examination uncovered items such as a parang, a sickle, and equipment ostensibly used for cable theft, including a manhole cover opener. Further investigation led to the seizure of suspected drugs from both suspects. Footage of the incident circulated widely on social media platforms like Threads, showing the suspects' vehicle colliding with a road divider before becoming stuck in the opposing lane.

Witnesses or individuals with information are urged to contact the Tun H.S. Lee traffic police at 03-2071 9999 or any local police station.