Hidden Speed Camera Spotted Behind Tree Along Dunearn Road
A Singaporean motorist recently spotted a portable speed camera tucked discreetly behind a tree along Dunearn Road, sparking a wave of discussion online over the methods used to enforce road safety.
The image, which was shared on social media, shows the camera unit placed on the grass verge behind a thick tree trunk, partially obscured from the view of oncoming vehicles. While some netizens welcomed the move as necessary to curb reckless driving, others questioned whether such concealment was fair to law-abiding drivers.
Motorist’s photo sparks online discussion over traffic enforcement tactics
The location, which is in the vicinity of several schools and residential estates, is known for being a high-traffic area, especially during peak hours. Residents and commuters in the area say jaywalking and sudden pedestrian crossings near temples and bus stops are common occurrences.
Public Reactions Divided Over Visibility and Purpose
Many Facebook users voiced their support for the initiative, citing safety concerns, especially for school children and elderly residents. “This is GOOD to keep safe,” one commenter wrote, while another added, “If you keep to the speed limit, why scared?”
However, others felt the setup appeared more like a trap than a safety measure. “Scarely!” one commenter exclaimed, while another sarcastically warned, “Stop buying supercars lah, cannot speed anywhere.”
Several users pointed out that speed enforcement cameras in Singapore are usually preceded by warning signs indicating speed limits, and that staying within the limits is the best way to avoid penalties.
Speed Limits, Fatal Accidents and Road Safety Priorities
Dunearn Road has a posted speed limit of 70km/h, and traffic volume in the area is frequently high. According to a resident, the stretch has seen at least one fatal accident involving jaywalking pedestrians in recent years.
Netizens also raised the point that traffic enforcement is meant to reduce fatalities and deter speeding, not to catch drivers off-guard. Others noted that such portable speed traps are becoming more common across the island, with some weighing up to 30–40kg and easily movable to various locations.