In a recent incident that occurred on the afternoon of April 21, 2023, a child cycling a bicycle collided with the side of a car that was turning left from Orchard Road into Cuppage Road.
Parent left child behind when crossing road
The child’s parents had already cycled past Cuppage Road, leaving the child to cross the lane last. The collision resulted in a heated exchange between the child’s father and the driver, with both parties using expletives.
The father accused the driver of speeding and using the horn in a pedestrian crossing, while the driver denied these allegations. The police have confirmed that investigations are ongoing. Online commenters have criticized the cyclists’ behavior, particularly the parents’ decision to let the child trail behind them while crossing a junction.
The incident took place at the junction of Orchard Road and Cuppage Road at around 4:15 pm, and no injuries were reported. A clip of the incident was shared on the SG Road Vigilante Facebook page, where it received significant attention.
This incident highlights the importance of road safety and the need for all road users, including cyclists, to exercise caution and follow traffic rules. It also underscores the importance of parents and guardians ensuring the safety of their children while on the road. The use of expletives and aggressive behavior is not conducive to resolving conflicts and can escalate situations unnecessarily. It is essential to remain calm and composed in such situations and seek to resolve disputes peacefully and respectfully.