2 drivers held for blocking traffic for supercar convoy in JB

 Iskandar Puteri deputy police chief Saifullah Jaya @ Yahaya says they will not compromise with those obstructing traffic without approval.

The two car drivers detained by police for acting as road ‘marshals’ for a luxury car convoy in Johor Bahru. (PDRM pic)

PETALING JAYA:

Police have detained two car drivers believed to have acted as road “marshals” by obstructing traffic to give way to a luxury car convoy at Bulatan Lebuh Kota Iskandar in Iskandar Puteri, Johor Bahru.

Iskandar Puteri deputy police chief Saifullah Jaya @ Yahaya said the two men were arrested yesterday.

This followed a video showing the incident that went viral on Threads at about 6.16pm yesterday, Bernama reported.

“Investigations found that the supercar convoy was travelling from Puteri Harbour towards Johor Bahru city centre, while the two drivers acted as marshals by stopping vehicles at the location to allow the convoy through,” Saifullah said.

He said the case was being investigated under Section 110 of the Road Transport Act 1987 for obstruction and interference offences, which carry a fine of up to RM1,000 upon conviction.

Four summonses were also issued for various offences involving non-compliance with vehicle specifications. The vehicles involved were seized for further action.

Saifullah said police would not compromise with those acting as unauthorised convoy escorts by obstructing traffic or stopping other road users without approval.

“Such actions clearly endanger themselves and other road users.” - FMT