Driver Becomes Suspect After Road Rage Horn Incident in Cibubur

A seemingly minor dispute over a car horn escalated dramatically in Cibubur, Indonesia, resulting in a physical assault and property damage, with the aggressor now facing criminal charges. The incident, captured on video and widely shared online, shows a driver aggressively confronting another motorist after a disagreement over honking.

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So if the motive is that the suspect was emotional and carrying a baby in the car.

The suspect, identified as RG (40), reportedly became enraged when the other driver honked their horn, allegedly waking his child who was in the car. This alleged provocation led RG to stop the other vehicle, exit his own, and proceed to physically assault the victim and damage his car. The victim sustained injuries to his face, prompting him to report the incident to the police.

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So his child woke up and his pride as a father wanting to protect his child made the suspect emotional.

Authorities have since named RG a suspect, charging him under articles of the Indonesian Criminal Code pertaining to assault and property damage. He faces a maximum prison sentence of two and a half years. This case serves as a potent reminder of the dangers of road rage and the importance of maintaining composure in traffic, even when provoked. The viral nature of the video further underscores the public's condemnation of such aggressive behavior and highlights the swift action taken by law enforcement.

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As per the Criminal Code, the suspect will be charged with Article 351 paragraph 1 of the Criminal Code concerning assault and/or Article 406 of the Criminal Code concerning property damage. With a maximum prison sentence of 2 years and 6 months.