Singapore has recently witnessed a series of bizarre incidents involving vehicles deviating from their intended paths. One notable case involved a car veering onto a footpath in Ang Mo Kio, eventually falling into a drain and causing damage to an electrical meter box, according to a post by SG Road Vigilante on Facebook.
The Unfortunate Episode in Ang Mo Kio
In a peculiar turn of events, a silver Honda Jazz found itself on a footpath in Ang Mo Kio, with its right-front part submerged in a drain, as reported by Shin Min Daily News. The incident occurred at the junction of Ang Mo Kio Street 51 and 52, resembling the location outside Block 578.
Shin Min reporters, arriving at 5 pm, documented the aftermath, revealing the remains of an electrical meter box crushed by the car’s impact. Debris and broken wood were scattered around, underscoring the severity of the collision.
Aftermath and Police Involvement
The driver, a 76-year-old male retiree, was sent to Sengkang General Hospital in a conscious state. His condition, both physically and mentally, came under scrutiny after the unexpected skidding of the vehicle.
Mr. Lu, the driver’s son, rushed to the scene upon receiving the news. He revealed that his father had already been hospitalized, leaving many questions about the circumstances surrounding the incident.
The Singapore Police Force confirmed the accident, attributing it to the car’s skidding. The case is currently under police investigation to determine the factors contributing to this unusual occurrence.
Implications and Road Safety Concerns
The Ang Mo Kio incident adds to a growing list of unusual mishaps involving vehicles in Singapore. The frequency of such incidents raises concerns about road safety in the region.
Authorities are likely to scrutinize road infrastructure, signage, and driving conditions to understand and address the underlying causes of these incidents.