A man in Malaysia with a history of 21 criminal convictions—19 of which were drug-related—was injured after allegedly attempting to stage a fake road accident involving a moving lorry. The shocking incident, which occurred at a traffic light in Bandar Baru Bangi, has gone viral on social media after dashcam footage surfaced.

In the video, the suspect is seen stretching his leg towards the rear wheel of a lorry just as it moves forward. He is later shown sitting on the roadside, visibly dazed and with his motorcycle parked nearby. Authorities suspect the man was under the influence of drugs during the stunt, raising questions about mental health and drug abuse among repeat offenders.

Kajang District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Zaid Hassan confirmed that the man, a 43-year-old Malaysian, was taken to hospital for treatment. He remains unconscious, and investigations are ongoing under Section 336 of the Penal Code for negligent acts that endanger life.

Suspect Linked to Multiple Drug Convictions

Police disclosed that the man has 19 prior convictions related to drug offences, along with two additional criminal records. This case has reignited concerns around drug recidivism and the lack of long-term solutions for habitual offenders.

Authorities suspect the motive may have been to falsely claim compensation or insurance through a staged accident. Similar scams have been reported in the region, where individuals deliberately cause collisions in hopes of financial gain. This form of road crime not only endangers lives but also places a burden on emergency services and insurance systems.

“Once he recovers, we will proceed with an arrest,” stated Assistant Commissioner Zaid, who urged members of the public to provide any additional footage or witness testimony to assist in investigations. Witnesses can reach out to the investigating officer Sergeant Mohd Nazrul Zahim at +60 17-888 1475.

Staged Accidents: A Growing Trend Tied to Drug Use

This disturbing incident draws attention to the intersection of drug addiction and criminal behaviour, particularly in public spaces. Experts warn that the combination of narcotics and desperation often leads to reckless or harmful actions. In recent years, Singapore and Malaysia have both experienced a rise in traffic-related scams and insurance fraud, many of which involve individuals under the influence.

Public safety advocates have called for tighter enforcement, as well as increased access to rehabilitation programmes for drug offenders, especially those who are repeat offenders. Without intervention, they warn, such cases may escalate into more dangerous or fatal outcomes.

Authorities are also reviewing whether additional charges—such as obstructing a public vehicle or fraudulent intent—may be added depending on the outcome of the ongoing investigation.