Malaysia's Dark Underbelly Exposed in E Hailing Assault The recent attack on an e hailing driver by a group of teenagers in Melaka state has sent shockwaves through Malaysia, highlighting the darker side of the country's growing gig economy.
The incident, which occurred on May 14, is a stark reminder that beneath the gleaming surface of urbanization and modernity lies a complex web of social issues waiting to be addressed.
The details of the assault are harrowing – four teenagers, aged between 14 and 17, brutally attacked the driver after refusing to pay their fare.