A man was spotted walking along the shoulder of the East Coast Parkway (ECP) on March 21, leading to an alert being issued on the Expressway Monitoring Advisory System (EMAS) electronic signboard.
Image shared on social media
The unusual sighting was first shared on Facebook by a user named Syabiel Ahamed, who posted images of the man on the expressway.
The first photo featured the EMAS electronic signboard displaying a message that read: “Man walking at Changi Exit.”
The second image showed a man in a black suit dragging a luggage along the road shoulder, standing near the exit sign for Exit 2A of the ECP.
Quickly went viral on social media
The post quickly gained traction on social media, with over 900 shares as of this writing.
The sight of a man walking along the expressway raised many questions from netizens, as pedestrians are not allowed on the ECP.
The East Coast Parkway is a major expressway in Singapore that runs along the eastern coast of the island. It is one of the busiest expressways in the country, connecting to several major roads and highways.
The EMAS electronic signboard is used to provide real-time traffic updates and alerts to motorists.
It is unclear why the man was on the expressway, and no information regarding the incident has yet to be released.
Motorists should remain vigilant and be ready to react should there be a need
However, the incident serves as a reminder to motorists to stay vigilant and drive safely on the expressway.
In any case, pedestrians are strictly prohibited on the ECP, and any violation of this rule can result in serious consequences.
Members of the public are advised to report any suspicious activity on the expressway to the authorities.
Overall, the incident on the ECP serves as a reminder to the public to adhere to traffic rules and regulations to ensure the safety and well-being of all road users.