Cops nab ‘nervous’ Mercedes driver who pushed through roadblock

A 20-year-old driver was arrested in Malaysia after driving his Mercedes-Benz through a police roadblock on the Sprint Highway. The driver claimed he was nervous and misinterpreted a police officer's hand signal, leading to the incident.
Why it matters
The incident highlights issues regarding traffic law enforcement and public compliance with police procedures in Malaysia.
A screenshot of a viral video of the roadblock incident on the Sprint Highway on July 7.
The report is a straightforward account of a police incident and the suspect's explanation.
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