Cyclist Takes an Unexpected Spin at Bukit Batok Junction
On a sunny Wednesday morning, 9:15 am, a 41‑year‑old cyclist was rolling along the pedestrian crossing at the crossroads of Bukit Batok East Avenue 2 and Avenue 5 when a black MPV hurtled into the scene. The cyclist was sitting on his bike when the vehicle’s rear windshield slammed into him, sending him airborne and the bike skittering off‑screen. By the time the emergency team arrived, he was already unconscious, and fate dealt a hard blow to the local community.
Key Details at a Glance
- Accident Time: 9:15 am, March 2
- Cyclist: 41 years old, an active bus driver with a wife and two little ones (4 & 10 yrs)
- Driver: 66‑year‑old male, the same MPV owner
- Injury: The cyclist landed bent over the road; his bike flew across the screen
- Result: Driver immediately arrested for dangerous driving causing grievous hurt
The Rough Clip That Went Viral
Yesterday, the very same incident was shared on the Facebook page of Roads.sg. It’s a stark reminder that bystander footage can turn a tragic moment into a communal conversation—and sometimes give the culprit a name. The video shows the cyclist looking down at the ground, just one second before the vehicle’s front bumper met him. The MPV doesn’t just stop; it reaches for him and pretty much does a one‑liner on the road.
What People Are Saying
- “The employer says the cyclist’s a hard‑working bus driver.”
A Facebook commenter wrote, “I’m very sad to see this clip but at least I know who is at fault. Hope TP (the Traffic Police) will know what to do.” He added about the victim’s family to underline the seriousness of the incident. - “Witness claims driver was ‘so impulsive’.”
Another user posted from the scene, saying the MPV driver appeared determined to “beat the red light.” It’s a chilling reminder that traffic signals exist for a reason.
Police’s Stand‑by Playbook
Police officers were quick to dispatch a unit to the incident once they received the alert. The driver was taken into custody in the very same morning for “dangerous driving causing grievous hurt.” Police say investigations are still ongoing to determine the exact circumstances, but the current evidence points to “reckless driving” as the culprit.
Takeaway
While the bicycle have taken a shiver, the community’s attention has snapped to the bigger picture – ensure you’re extra vigilant at every intersection, follow traffic signals faithfully, and remember that an engaging life can sometimes turn into a tragic one in the blink of a camera. For now, we’re hoping the policy officers will put this case in its rightful place and that the cyclist will get back on his bike—and hopefully—even better than before.
