18-year-old delivery rider arrested by police
TNP reports that police had arrested an 18-year-old man for his suspected involvement in a case of “negligent act causing grievous hurt” the next day (16 Jan).
The suspect, who works as Grab, has also been suspended. A Grab spokesperson said,
Grab is aware of the incident and has suspended the said delivery-partner. We will assist the police with the investigation.
Police investigations are underway. If found guilty, the rider could face up to 2 years in jail, fined $5,000, or both.
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