A 54-year-old man has been arrested after crashing into two parked motorcycles at a Housing Board car park in Bukit Batok. The incident, which happened on 5 September, was initially treated as a hit-and-run when the driver sped off after the collision.
However, the man later returned to the same car park at Block 301 Bukit Batok Street 31, where police officers arrested him. During the arrest, suspected drugs, drug paraphernalia and an e-vaporiser were also discovered in his possession.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported in the accident, though both motorcycles were badly damaged after being struck and knocked onto the walkway beneath the block.
Witnesses Describe Close Call
A motorist surnamed Zhuo, who was nearby when the crash happened, told Shin Min Daily News that he heard a loud bang behind him. “The car was going really fast. If I had been slower by one minute, it could have hit me instead,” he said.
Footage shared with local media showed the car hitting the kerb before colliding with the motorcycles. The vehicle was seen reversing before leaving the scene.
One of the affected motorbike owners, Farhan, said his BMW motorcycle, worth around S$33,000, was among those damaged. He rushed down after his mother alerted him, only to find police already at the scene.
Claims of Gang Links and Suspected Drugs
Farhan alleged that when he tried to speak with the suspect, the man swore at him and claimed to be a gang member. He also noticed several bags containing white powder inside the car, which he believed to be drugs.
His motorcycle has since been towed for repairs, and he intends to file an insurance claim for the damages. “The wheels couldn’t even turn after the crash,” he told reporters.
Police confirmed that the driver was arrested for driving under the influence of intoxicating substances. The suspected drugs have been referred to the Central Narcotics Bureau, while the e-vaporiser case will be handled by the Health Sciences Authority.
Investigations Underway
Authorities said investigations are ongoing and reminded motorists of the dangers of reckless driving and substance abuse behind the wheel. Cases of drug-related driving offences carry severe penalties in Singapore, including jail time and lengthy driving bans.
Residents in the area expressed concern over safety, noting that the incident could have been far worse if pedestrians had been nearby at the time of the crash.
The case is now under review, with police working to determine the extent of the suspect’s alleged drug offences alongside the traffic violations.
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