Mechanics in Malaysia arrested after using customers’ modified motorcycles for illegal racing
Two mechanics were arrested on 4 Jan after they were caught riding heavily modified motorcycles — which they had allegedly made alterations to for their customers — in illegal races.
According to a Facebook post by Malaysian authorities, the pair were arrested at the Bukit Raja Toll Plaza in Selangor.
Roadblock leads to arrests
According to Kosmo, the arrest was part of a routine roadblock operation set up by local authorities.
Despite their efforts to evade capture, the two men — one of whom was an Indonesian national — were apprehended approximately 30 minutes apart, beginning at 6.30pm.
Authorities quickly realised that the motorcycles they were riding had been significantly modified.
The modifications, estimated to have cost around RM8,000 (S$2,500), included extensive changes to the exhaust systems.
Source: JPJ Negeri Selangor on Facebook
Further inspection revealed that the motorcycles were riddled with serious safety issues.
According to Azrin Borhan, Selangor Road Transport Department (JPJ) director, the bikes had non-functional headlights and turn signals, tyres that didn’t meet specifications, and registration numbers that were also found to be in violation of regulations.
Source: JPJ Negeri Selangor on Facebook
Mechanics say bikes belong to customers
The authorities suspect that the arrested mechanics were not only responsible for modifying the motorcycles, but also using them to take part in illegal street races.
In addition, both motorcycles were found to have expired motor vehicle licences (LKM).
Source: JPJ Negeri Selangor on Facebook
When questioned, the mechanics claimed they were unaware of the expiry dates, insisting that the bikes belonged to their customers.
The police have seized and impounded the vehicles for further investigation.
Also read: Multiple motorcycles involved in chain collision on Causeway, 4 reportedly sent to hospital
Multiple motorcycles involved in chain collision on Causeway, 4 reportedly sent to hospital
Have news you must share? Get in touch with us via email at news@mustsharenews.com.
Featured image adapted from JPJ Negeri Selangor on Facebook.
