Kedah police arrest man over viral video of reckless driving in ‘Bomba’ MPV

SUNGAI PETANI, Oct 29 — Police in Malaysia have apprehended a 35-year-old man following a viral video depicting him allegedly driving recklessly in a red multi-purpose vehicle (MPV) adorned with the word ‘Bomba’. ACP Hanyan Ramlan, the chief of Kuala Muda police, disclosed that the investigations revealed the individual had a history of bipolar disorder, which he had been diagnosed with nine years ago but reportedly ceased treatment about two years prior.

The arrest transpired in Bandar Puteri Jaya, where the vehicle along with several other items were seized, reported ACP Hanyan to the media at the Kuala Muda district police headquarters today. The man in question owned the MPV and possessed a valid driving license, with no prior criminal record to his name. Moreover, his urine screening test came back negative.

The case is being probed under Section 170 of the Penal Code, which pertains to impersonating a public servant, and Section 42 of the Road Transport Act 1987, which addresses reckless and dangerous driving. The suspect was held for a day before being transferred to Sungai Petani Hospital for treatment and continued monitoring. ACP Hanyan urged families to ensure relatives with a history of psychiatric treatment attend their scheduled follow-up appointments.

The viral video showed the man recklessly operating the red MPV labeled ‘Bomba’ and berating motorists who refused to yield to him.