Wrong-way motorcyclist crashes into car in Johor, remains motionless on bonnet

MALAYSIA: A motorcyclist riding against traffic crashed into an oncoming car along Jalan Masai Lama in Masai, Johor, in an incident captured on dashcam footage that has since gone viral on social media.

The video shows the motorcyclist travelling in the wrong direction as the car driver repeatedly honks in warning.

The rider is unable to stop in time and slams into the vehicle, landing on the car’s bonnet and remaining motionless for several moments after the impact.

Police confirm details of crash

The Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM) confirmed that the incident occurred on 6 Jan.

Seri Alam district police chief Assistant Commissioner Mohd Sohaimi Ishak said police received a report involving a grey Volkswagen GTI driven by a 22-year-old local man and a red Honda Wave motorcycle ridden by a 29-year-old foreign national.

According to police, the car was travelling from Jalan Permas Jaya towards Taman Desa Jaya when it collided with the motorcycle, which was coming from the opposite direction while riding against traffic.

Rider injured, investigation underway

The motorcyclist sustained injuries and was taken by ambulance to Sultan Ismail Hospital for treatment.

The car driver was not injured.

Police said the case is being investigated under Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which covers reckless and dangerous driving.

Authorities also urged road users to remain patient, comply with traffic rules, and stay vigilant at all times.

The video, widely shared on Facebook, sparked extensive online discussion, with some users questioning whether the footage had been generated or altered using artificial intelligence, while others suggested the rider remained on the bonnet due to shock and pain following the collision.

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