OPINION: What really caused the Little India riot?

The Malaysian Insider, 10 Dec 2013
While it is clear that this fatal accident was what sparked the protest, we can also reflect to see why such an incident could cause such a huge reaction.
If everyone was happy with their lives and there was not much stress, an accident such as this would usually result in a few police and an ambulance being called, followed by friends and family of the victim going to the hospital or otherwise mourning and helping authorities take down statements.  Why was there such a violent outburst? Full story