15-year-old among four riders to claim trial over viral ‘Superman’ bike stunt

Their exploits were captured in an infamous video that was widely shared on social media

2:45 PM MYT

 

KUALA LUMPUR – Four bikers, who were in a viral video for their ‘Superman’ stunt along the East Coast Highway (LPT1) that ended in a dramatic crash, pleaded not guilty at the Temerloh sessions court today.

University students Ammar Muizzuddin Abdul Aziz, 19, Wan Muhammad Syahmi Wan Zulkififli, 20, and Mohamad Haiqal Mohd Hanafi, 22, as well as a 15-year-old who is still in school, claimed trial after the charges were read before judge Ahmad Rizki Abdul Jalil.

According to the charge sheet, they are accused of riding recklessly and being a danger to other road users as per Section 42(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987.

The offence took place around 6.30pm on December 24 heading east at KM127 of the LPT1.

Upon conviction, the accused could serve up to five years in prison and be fined a maximum of RM15,000.

@scoopdotmy Aksi 'superman' mengundang padah, penunggang motosikal di LPT1 kini diburu polis. #newsattiktok #beritaditiktok #trendingnewsmalaysia #moto ♬ SUPERMAN FLY – The Majorz

The three university students were granted a bail of RM3,000 each, while the juvenile was handed a RM1,500 bail.

Case mention is set on February 6.

The prosecution is represented by deputy public prosecutor Khairunnisa Zaffar, while Khairul Anuar Abu Hasan Ashaari appeared for all the accused.

Previously, the police had traced the 28-second clip which went viral on social media at 10am on December 27. – December 29, 2023

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