{
  "id": 8011980,
  "title": "Police probe Simpang Pulai road rage after Mercedes driver allegedly threatened with stick",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/17/police-probe-simpang-pulai-road-rage-after-mercedes-driver-allegedly",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-17T11:07:14.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Malay Mail",
    "slug": "malay-mail",
    "url": "https://www.malaymail.com/news/malaysia/2026/09/17/police-probe-simpang-pulai-road-rage-after-mercedes-driver-allegedly-threatened-with-stick/235563"
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  "summary": "Police are probing a road rage incident in Simpang Pulai, involving a Mercedes driver allegedly threatened with a wooden stick. The altercation occurred on Jalan Ipoh-Gopeng around 4.56pm when the victim claimed his vehicle was forced to the side by a Toyota Vios. Following a minor misunderstanding, one of the men from the Toyota allegedly pointed a stick at the victim's brother, an incident captured by the victim's dashboard camera. The matter is under investigation under Section 506 of the Penal Code and authorities are working to identify the individuals involved. The Ipoh district police chief has advised road users to exercise caution, control their emotions, and avoid aggressive behavior while on the road.",
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        "outlet": "Malay Mail",
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