BUKIT MERTAJAM – A trailer driver involved in a fatal container accident in Penang has been charged with reckless driving under the Road Transport Act 1987.

Marhizan Johari, 51, pleaded not guilty to the charge during his appearance before Magistrate Mohd Harith Mohd Mazlan at the Bukit Mertajam Magistrates’ Court on Nov 18.

He is accused of driving a trailer dangerously along Jalan Kebun Sireh in Bukit Mertajam on Nov 13 at about 9.30am, resulting in the death of 21-year-old Lee Zi Rou.

The court did not grant bail, citing public interest concerns raised by Deputy Public Prosecutor Zulfadzly Hassan, who noted that Marhizan had shown no remorse, making a “peace sign” as he was arraigned earlier in the week.

The accident, which happened on Jalan Bukit Tengah, saw Marhizan lose control of the trailer during a left turn. The container overturned, crushing Ms Lee’s vehicle.