A yellow bus collided with a white mini bus parked along Tuas South Avenue 4 at around 7:35 am on Sep. 6. The driver of the white mini bus, a 64-year-old man, tragically passed away at the scene. The Singapore Police Force (SPF) and the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) confirmed the incident, and a 67-year-old male bus driver was arrested for careless driving causing death.
Background
The collision was captured on camera and shared on the Singapore roads accident.com Facebook page. The footage shows the yellow bus rear-ending the white mini bus, causing significant damage and scattering debris across the road. The impact forced the mini bus onto the kerb and onto a grass patch beside the road. The incident has raised concerns about road safety in the area.
Collision caught on camera
The accident’s footage, uploaded to social media, vividly shows the aftermath. Debris from the white mini bus was strewn across the road, and the vehicle was pushed onto a nearby grass patch. The video has garnered significant attention, highlighting the severity of the collision.
Aftermath of accident
Photos from the scene reveal the rear of the white mini bus was severely dented. A man, presumably the driver, was seen lying face down on the road, bleeding. Another individual, standing next to the yellow bus, appeared to be on the phone. The yellow bus bore the livery of SFX Transport Pte Ltd, whose staff declined to comment on the incident, stating they had “no knowledge of the accident.”
Police conducted investigations for hours
Upon arrival, Shin Min reporters observed that the police had cordoned off two lanes of the road. Glass shards and debris were scattered extensively. The police conducted their investigations for over five hours, wrapping up around 12:40 pm.
Statement from police, SCDF
In response to queries, the SPF and SCDF confirmed they were alerted to the accident at 7:35 am. The SCDF paramedic pronounced the 64-year-old mini bus driver dead at the scene. The 67-year-old driver of the yellow bus was arrested for careless driving causing death. One person was assessed for minor injuries but declined hospitalisation. Police investigations are ongoing.
Road safety concerns
This tragic incident underscores the importance of road safety and adherence to traffic regulations. The community is urged to remain vigilant and report any hazardous driving behaviours. The authorities continue to investigate the circumstances leading to the collision, aiming to prevent future occurrences.
