Man fined $7k for causing hurt to 5 people by dangerous driving

SINGAPORE – An Internal Security Department (ISD) officer, who has a history of traffic offences including speeding, ran a red light while driving in Boon Lay in March 2024, causing a crash at a cross-junction.

Badrolizam Kamsin’s car collided with another car, causing hurt to its driver and four passengers. Most of the five victims suffered bruises to their bodies.

On March 25, Badrolizam, 57, pleaded guilty to one count of causing hurt to others by dangerous driving and was fined $7,000.

He was also disqualified from holding or obtaining all classes of driving licences for 1½ years.

In December 2024,

ISD told The Straits Times that Badrolizam was

one of its officers at the time

and his dangerous driving charge arose from his actions as a “private individual”.

On March 25, a police prosecutor told the court that Badrolizam was driving a car at a signalised cross-junction of Jalan Boon Lay and Boon Lay Avenue when he failed to conform to a red light signal with a green right-turn arrow.

He drove straight into the junction, causing his car to collide with the other car.

The prosecutor said it was fortunate that none of the five victims suffered serious injuries.

For causing hurt to others while driving a vehicle in a dangerous manner, a first-time offender can be jailed for up to two years and fined up to $10,000.

A repeat offender can be jailed for up to four years and fined up to $20,000.

Responding to queries from ST, ISD said that it will take appropriate action against Badrolizam.

Its spokesperson added: “(He) had caused the traffic accident while driving in his individual capacity.

“Nevertheless, ISD officers, like other public officers, are expected to maintain the highest standards of personal conduct and integrity.”