A fatal traffic accident took place yesterday (10 April) on Gambas Avenue heading towards Yishun Avenue 7 at about 1pm.
A 24-year-old motorcyclist was killed after trying to avoid a van that had abruptly changed lanes, and crashed into another motorcyclist, according to Shin Min Daily News.
A video emerged online showing the deceased lying on the road unconscious while his motorbike lay beside him.
Members of the public could be seen gathering around him trying to render aid to the stricken man, while another group was attending to the other motorcyclist that was hit.
The 36-year-old van driver has since been arrested for careless driving causing death, according to SMDN.
The 24-year-old delivery rider was pronounced dead at the scene by paramedics while the other stricken motorcyclist was conveyed to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital.
According to Shin Min Daily News, the family of the deceased arrived at the scene of the accident to identify his body.
The elder brother of the deceased was also reportedly heard at the scene calling out to his brother, saying:
“Little brother! Dad and mum loved you the most, and your child hasn’t even been born yet…
He also reportedly spoke to the Chinese newspaper that his brother’s wife is 3 months pregnant at the moment.