A motorcyclist's alleged attempt to scam a driver by claiming a sudden turn led to a collision, resulting in a broken side mirror, was exposed when the driver insisted on checking the dashcam footage.
The driver shared the incident on his Facebook, stating that the motorcyclist initially accused the driver of making a sudden left turn, forcing the motorcyclist to take evasive action and leading him to break the motorcycle's side mirror. The motorcyclist went on to claim that the driver fled the scene without offering compensation for the alleged damages.
The motorcyclist angrily demanded compensation from the driver, insisting on a cash amount ranging from RM30 to RM40. Additionally, the motorcyclist threatened the driver, warning that failure to comply would result in the incident being reported to the police.
The driver, however, responded to the accusations by inviting the motorcyclist to review the dashcam footage. Midway through the footage, the motorcyclist reportedly declared that the incident wasn't a big deal and abruptly fled the scene, leaving the driver bewildered.
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In a postscript, the driver humorously recounted their satisfaction with witnessing the motorcyclist's angry and confrontational expressions, along with what they dubbed as impressive acting skills.
As the incident gains traction on social media, netizens are praising the driver for their quick thinking and use of technology to expose the alleged scam.
The case serves as a reminder of the increasing importance of dashcam footage in resolving disputes and uncovering fraudulent activities on the roads.