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A Singapore-registered vehicle drew online attention after leaving a petrol station along the Skudai Highway in Johor Bahru without paying for a full tank of fuel
The incident, which occurred at about 9pm on Wednesday, 21 January, was initially thought to be a 'pump and run' before the driver's family clarified the situation online, according to China Press.
Staff at the station said the male driver requested a full tank of RON97 petrol. While the vehicle was being refueled, a female passenger stepped out to make purchases at the convenience store.
Upon her return to the vehicle, the driver immediately drove off
Witnesses and other motorists reportedly honked to alert the pair, but the SUV did not slow down. Staff members attempted to chase the vehicle on foot but were unsuccessful.
The incident worried station employees, as staff can be liable for unpaid fuel bills. One employee said the individual who assisted with the refuelling could have faced a pay cut to cover the RM139.01 deficit if the driver failed to return.
Following a public appeal on a Facebook page on 22 January, which warned of a police report within 48 hours, a family member of the driver came forward to explain the situation
A commenter claiming to be the couple's child apologised, explaining that there was a "miscommunication between my mum and dad regarding the payment". The family stated they would contact the station immediately to settle the bill.
Another individual who claimed to know the driver personally vouched for his character, describing the event as a "moment of carelessness" rather than a malicious act.
The petrol station management expressed belief that the incident was likely an honest mistake, noting they have served thousands of cross-border travelers without issue over the past five years.
