Retiree, 85, refuses to miss Johor polls despite crash injuries
An 85-year-old Malaysian retiree insisted on casting his vote in the Johor state election despite suffering injuries from a recent motorcycle accident. His determination highlights the importance of civic duty in the local democratic process.
Why it matters
The story serves as a human-interest piece emphasizing the resilience of voters and the significance of participation in democratic elections.
Ridzhuan, with bandaged hand and leg, casting his ballot at the polling centre at SK Pekan Nanas in Pontian, Johor. (China Press pic)
PETALING JAYA: A heavily bandaged 85-year-old man turned up at a school in Pontian, Johor, to cast his vote today, determined to fulfil his civic duty despite being unable to walk.
The retiree, who wanted to be known only as Ridzhuan, had suffered severe abrasions to his right arm and right leg after being knocked down by a car while riding his motorcycle on July 1, China Press reported.
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