The supposed seizure of a Lamborghini Aventador earlier this week didn’t actually happen after all.
So for those with an ear to the viral gossip grapevine, you might’ve just heard about the supposed high-profile seizure of a Lamborghini Aventador during a JPJ Hari Raya road block along Jalan Bangsar earlier this week.
Several media outlets after all ran with this delightfully juicy story: a Chinese national driving a Lambo got stopped, was arrested on the spot for having no licence, and had his prized Italian bull seized by the authorities.
BUT… apparently, all that noise turned out to be nothing more than viral fuel for the wrong reasons. And the man behind the wheel of the bull has since stepped up to clear the air, not only to set the record straight, but also to call out the media circus that followed.
Also, he’s supposedly not just blowing smoke, as he is now reserving his legal rights to take action against those who he says twisted the truth for clicks.
Here’s What The Driver Since Said Happened:
- Driver: Deng Sheng, a 28-year-old Chinese national (and not a social media influencer, as some media mistakenly claimed).
- Car: Lamborghini Aventador, reportedly headed to Damansara Heights with his girlfriend after a fast-food restaurant launch in Kepong.
- Stop Point: Jalan Bangsar, during a JPJ-led integrated enforcement blitz.
- Issue: He couldn’t produce his international driving permit on the spot.
- Outcome: He was issued a compound (basically a fine) for not carrying the permit. The JPJ officers were “professional and friendly”, according to Deng.
- No Arrest, No Seizure: Contrary to early reports, he says he was not arrested, and his Lambo was not seized by authorities.
Why He’s Now Upset At The Media:
Deng claims the false reporting and viral misinformation have caused him serious distress, both personally and professionally. He’s now gone also on record stating he is reserving his legal rights to go after media outlets and netizens who spread claims that he was arrested or didn’t have any form of driving licence.
“Please stop spreading false news. Let’s respect the truth,” Deng said in a public statement.
What Was Initially Announced By JPJ:
Now to provide some cover for the media regarding this mistake, it is worth pointing out that many were actually going off what the JPJ had announced during its press conference the morning after the roadblock:
- JPJ allegedly said the Lambo was among 27 vehicles seized during the operation.
- JPJ Director Hamidi Adam mentioned the car would be taken to their office in Wangsa Maju.
- A total of 1,627 vehicles were checked. 211 enforcement actions were taken.
- 463 notices issued for common offences: no licence, expired road tax, illegal mods, no insurance, etc.
- Several other agencies were also involved, including Immigration and the Anti-Drug Agency (Nada).
BUT… JPJ Had Then Subsequently Clarified:
- There was no seizure of the Lamborghini.
- Just a summons was issued for failing to carry a valid document at the time.
The Automacha Take:
This might’ve been a classic case of “too fast, too viral” reporting. A roadside pullover of a Lamborghini during a high-profile operation made it perfect bait for sensational headlines. But like the proverbial a bull in a china shop, the rush to publish may have caused more damage than the actual incident itself.
For the record, a Lamborghini Aventador makes around 730 hp, hits 0-100 km/h in 2.9 seconds, and pretty much eats all lesser cars for breakfast. But the one behind its wheel still requires a proper driving permit, even if the bull can indeed outrun boys in blue.
