Kuala lumpur: A food delivery rider pleaded not guilty in the Magistrate's Court here today to a charge of reckless riding that allegedly caused the death of another motorcyclist yesterday.

According to BERNAMA News Agency, Muhammad Ridzuan Armis, 21, was charged with riding a Yamaha motorcycle recklessly, resulting in the death of Muhammad Nazri Shahadan, 47, on Jalan Dewan Bahasa. The incident occurred while he was traveling from Jalan Hang Tuah towards Jalan Istana at approximately 2.30 am on July 16.

The charge is framed under Section 41(1) of the Road Transport Act 1987, which stipulates a jail term of between five and 10 years and a fine ranging from RM20,000 to RM50,000 upon conviction.

Prosecuting Officer Inspector Shazwan Hasifi Shahrun requested bail to be set at RM15,000 with one surety. However, counsel Ammanjeet Singh, representing the accused, appealed for a lower bail amount. He cited his client's young age, clean record, and limited financial means as reasons for a reduced bail.

"The accused works as a food delivery rider and cannot afford a high bail amount. He has also cooperated fully throughout the investigation," Ammanjeet submitted.

Magistrate Aliaa Anwar granted bail at RM3,000 with one surety, fixed October 2 for mention, and ordered the suspension of the accused's driving licence pending the conclusion of the trial.