Tragic Accident on Upper Bukit Timah Road
Early Sunday morning – the 25‑year‑old passenger lost his life when the car spun off the road, hit a divider, and slammed into a tree along Upper Bukit Timah Road. The driver, 28, was rescued, taken to the hospital, and later handed over to the police.
What Happened?
- Time of incident: around 1:30 am near Springdale Condominium.
- Vehicle spun out, collided with the central road divider, then crashed into a tree.
- Passenger: pronounced dead by paramedics on site.
- Driver: trapped but extracted by SCDF with hydraulic tools.
- After arrival at National University Hospital, driver was conscious and subsequently arrested for causing death by a negligent act.
SCDF Response
The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) responded immediately after receiving a Stomp alert at 1:31 am. Officers used hydraulic equipment to free the driver from the wreck.
Evidence and Photos
Stomp contributor Yasar shared a 1:52 am video capturing SCDF officers on the scene. Netizen Ching Rsymond posted photos in a Facebook group, showing a badly mangled white car and a death tent set up at the accident site.
Key Takeaways
- Even an old‑fashioned freeway divider can become a deadly obstacle if a car loses control.
- Rescue teams worked quickly, but the fatal injury had already occurred.
- Insurance, safety, and sober driving remain critical – this case is a stark reminder of what can happen when you’re on the wrong track.
Witty Tales of the Road: Photos Strike the WhatsApp Waves
What’s the Story?
Recently, a flurry of pictures from a traffic mishap have been popping up on WhatsApp. The images show a chaotic scene that could easily headline a drama series—two cars, a splash of neon lights, and a pile‑up that could double up as a reality‑check moment.
- Location: Main Street, downtown.
- Time: Late afternoon, when the sun was just flirting with the skyline.
- Accident Details: A sudden collision brought cars to a halt, rattle‑rigging a bunch of pedestrians to look like a TV show finale.
- Spread: The photos jumped from group chats to one‑to‑one messages, before branching out across user contacts.
Why This Matters
When images circulate so fast, they become instant news. Everyone’s got a front‑row seat to the effect, but the real story lies in the safety lesson—always keep your eyes on the road, not just on your phone screen.
Outlook
Staying safe is a bloody predictable reminder: a moment of reckless distraction can turn an off‑hand slide into a headline shocker. Let’s keep the wheels turning without turning the world into a spinning carousel.
