The prevalence of young people in our country whose only concern is drifting, speeding, and reckless driving, and the harm they cause to Muslims

The questioner : He says: O honorable Shaykh! There are many young people in our country whose only concern is drifting, speeding, and reckless driving, and the harm they cause to Muslims. As a result, accidents occur sometimes—often, in fact—resulting in fatalities. Is this considered suicide? What is the role of the guardians of these young people in allowing them access to these cars? And what is the ruling for the man who is harmed? Is it permissible for him to forgive everyone who has wronged him through an accident or the like?

The Shaykh : Yes. This is not suicide, because suicide is when a person intends to kill himself, and that is what he intended here. However, it is undoubtedly recklessness and a departure from the right path. My advice to the guardians of these people is to fear Allah (Mighty and Majestic) and not to allow their children to engage in this action, which causes them psychological harm, financial loss, and aggression against others. Let these people fear the loss of blessings, for if blessings are not thanked, they are removed. May Allah grant us and you the ability to thank His blessings and to worship Him well.