ALOR SETAR — A 65-year-old woman was injured after being struck by a motorcycle while crossing the road in front of Masjid Zahir on Thursday night. The incident, captured in a viral 1-minute-20-second video, occurred at 9:40 PM when several vehicles had stopped at a pedestrian crossing, but a motorcycle carrying two individuals hit her, causing her to fall.

The victim received treatment at Sultanah Bahiyah Hospital. A 15-year-old boy, believed to be the rider, came forward to file a police report at 7 PM. It was revealed that he was unlicensed and riding a modified motorcycle. The vehicle has been seized, and action will be taken against its owner for allowing an unlicensed rider. The 13-year-old pillion rider also provided a statement.

The case is under investigation for violation of the Road Transport Act 1987. Police are calling for eyewitnesses to assist in the investigation.