A 78-year-old woman fell and fractured her spine when alighting from a bus when the bus doors suddenly closed on her, according to a report by Shin Min Daily News.
The Unfortunate Incident
The incident took place on a Friday afternoon when Madam Lim, a 78-year-old woman, was alighting from the SBS Transit bus service 238.
As she attempted to disembark using the front door of the bus at Block 231 Lorong 8 Toa Payoh, the door unexpectedly closed, leading to a series of unfortunate events.
The force of the closing door caused Madam Lim to lose her balance and fall, resulting in a fractured spine.
Immediate Response and Assistance
Thankfully, the bus driver and two passengers were quick to react and provide assistance. They helped Madam Lim sit down at the bus stop and promptly alerted the authorities.
The Singapore Civil Defence Force responded swiftly to the call for assistance and transported her to Tan Tock Seng Hospital for medical attention.
A Son’s Perspective
Madam Lim’s son, Mr Wee, shared his concern and frustration over the incident. He revealed that his mother was about to exit the bus when the door abruptly closed, leaving her with no time to react.
This unexpected event led to her injury and subsequent medical expenses. Mr Wee disclosed that his mother’s medical bills had already surpassed $3,000.
He expressed his distress over seeing his mother in pain and shared that she would require an estimated three months for a complete recovery.
Insights from SBS Transit
SBS Transit, the public transportation company operating the bus service, acknowledged the incident and expressed regret over the situation.
Grace Wu, a spokesperson for SBS Transit, emphasized that the well-being of Madam Lim is their primary concern. While specific details of the incident were not elaborated upon, SBS Transit assured that they are in contact with Madam Lim’s family to provide care, support, and necessary assistance.