Tragic Accident Claims Swear of a Six‑Year‑Old in Choa Chu Kang
What Went Wrong
On the morning of May 24, 2018, a young boy six years old met a fatal end when he was inadvertently locked beneath a SMRT bus on Choa Chu Kang Avenue 5. The incident occurred shortly after 9:05 am, when the bus, headed toward Avenue 4, collided with the boy who was crossing the road.
Rescue Efforts
- The boy was found unconscious beneath the rear wheel.
- Singapore Civil Defence Force rescued him using specialised lifting equipment.
- He was transported to National University Hospital.
Despite immediate medical attention, the tender child succumbed to his injuries.
Police Response
The police spokesperson reported that the officer on duty was promptly alerted to the accident by the police dispatch center. He stated that the boy’s family was being escorted to the hospital by the care team.
The incident’s 57‑year‑old bus driver is currently a key witness and is “fully cooperating” with the investigation.
Authorities have strongly urged the public to refrain from circulating any photographs or videos from the scene out of respect for the grieving family.
SMRT’s Statement
SMRT’s Vice‑President for Corporate Communications, Ms. Margaret Teo, expressed heartfelt sorrow: “We are truly sorry and saddened by what happened.”
She added that the corporate care team has reached out to the boy’s family at the hospital, offering support and assistance. SMRT also pledged to aid the police in the ongoing investigation and offered an apology to affected commuters.
Key Takeaways
- Road safety can be life‑changing.
- Immediate rescue can be lifesaving, though sometimes not enough.
- Respect for the bereaved community matters — no images, no posting.
A Final Thought
While we tease our brains with humor, we mourn that little lives sometimes end too soon. This tragedy reminds us that even the morning rush can take a heavy toll.
