SHAH ALAM, Oct 10: Police shot and injured a man who drove aggressively, colliding with public vehicles, during a chase from Persiaran Mahogani, Petaling Jaya, to Sungai Buloh yesterday.
The local suspect, aged in his 30s, was driving a Proton Wira and was successfully arrested; a police officer was also injured during the incident, Berita Harian reported.
Petaling Jaya District Police Chief Assistant Commissioner Shamsudin Mamat said police received a report of the incident at about 6:42 pm.
“During the incident, the suspect drove aggressively and dangerously, colliding with a civilian vehicle before being apprehended by the police.
“The suspect sustained injuries from shots fired by the police during the incident,” he said.
Shamsudin said both the suspect and the injured police officer are currently receiving treatment at the hospital.
He also said that, based on police checks, it was revealed that the suspect has 10 prior records, comprising six drug-related cases and four criminal cases.
“Police also seized drugs and a toy gun resembling a pistol. A urine screening test could not yet be conducted as the suspect is still undergoing treatment," he said.
Shamsudin also added that police are still investigating why the suspect fled to avoid the inspection.
He added that the case is being investigated under Section 186 of the Penal Code for obstructing a public servant in the discharge of their duties, and Section 279 of the same Code for rash or dangerous driving.
Investigations are also being conducted under Section 307 of the Penal Code, Section 36(1) of the Arms Act 1960, and Sections 39B and 12(2) of the Dangerous Drugs Act 1952.
An application to remand the suspect is scheduled to be made at the University Malaya Medical Centre (UMMC) today.
Earlier, video footage showing several police patrol cars on the road went viral on social media.
In light of this, Shamsudin advised the public not to speculate or spread inaccurate information about the incident.
“Witnesses with any information related to the incident are urged to come forward to the nearest police station or contact the Petaling Jaya District Police Headquarters operations room at 03-7966 2222 to assist with the investigation,” he said.
