Road Warriors: One Lorry, One Night, One Epic Fail
Picture this: it’s late‑night in Geylang, the streets buzzing with taxis, moochers and the occasional stray dog. Suddenly, a Toyota Dyna slices past, ignoring every honk, flag, and shouted warning. In other words, a straight‑up road rage marathon that has the traffic police scratching their heads.
What Went Down?
- Driver: 31‑year‑old, let’s call him “Chief” for a touch of flair.
- Backseat: A lot of people – an entire group of motorists stepping onto the road, waving plates, shouting “Turn around!”.
- Action: He keeps going, but in the wrong direction (facing the flow of traffic).
- Playback: The clip that went viral on Facebook shows “Chief” rolling a few foot‑long furiously.
Was it a Drunkaholic or Just a Straight‑Out Error?
According to Facebook user Jenson Ta (yeah, that’s him, the guy who live‑streamed it on October 20th), the driver seemed tipsy – his voice fluttered, he was yelling back at everyone trying to save him, and his headlights were OFF! The netizens were buzzing:
- “Headlights OFF? What’s he doing? Are we in a movie?”
- “He’s at least a stunt driver, not a commuter.”
- “Dangerous! Lose a life, lose a license.”
Police Snoops & Potential Punishments
The traffic cop squad is on the case. According to the AsiaOne source, a driver waltzing against the lane could end up:
- 6 demerit points added to his driving record.
- Up to $5,000 fine.
- Or, a 12‑month jail stint (yes, jail for screwing up the road).
- And if things go sideways, both sy, a combined penalty.
Why This Matters
It’s not just a movie‑time stunt. The driver’s illegal maneuver risks pothole incidents, collisions, and the whole world’s mood! One wrong turn and he could’ve turned our Geylang lanes into the “Great Escape” of vehicular mistakes.
So, next time you hear a honk, or see a lorry doing a reverse concerti under the lights, maybe give a little extra caution. And for the driver? A little sobriety and a bit of good sense might save more than just his raincoat cost!
