Two drivers detained for blocking traffic for supercar convoy in Malaysia

Authorities in Iskandar Puteri, Malaysia, have arrested two drivers of luxury cars for illegally obstructing traffic to facilitate a convoy of supercars. The incident, which occurred on a public road, drew public attention after a video capturing the drivers halting other vehicles went viral.

According to Deputy District Police Chief Superintendent Saifullah Jaya, the two men, aged 54 and 65, were apprehended after the video surfaced online. The footage showed the drivers stopping traffic at an intersection to clear a path for the convoy of high-end vehicles.

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We detected a viral video at 6:16 PM yesterday showing the actions of two drivers stopping other vehicles at an intersection here to allow a 'supercar' convoy passage.

Police located the viral video at 6:16 PM on the day of the incident. Following the arrest, the drivers, both Malaysian nationals, provided statements to the police. Investigations revealed that the supercar convoy was traveling from Puteri Harbour towards Johor Bahru city center.

In addition to the arrests, four summonses were issued for various offenses related to non-compliance with vehicle specifications. The case is being investigated under Section 110 of the Road Transport Act of 1987, which governs traffic violations and vehicle regulations. The actions of the drivers have been criticized for disregarding public road rules and potentially endangering other motorists.

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Consequently, police arrested both local male drivers to record their statements.