When a Grab Ride Turns Into a Fight Night
On a warm May day, Henry (we’ll just call him “H”) thought he was going to settle in for a quiet trip to Choa Chu Kang from his block in Yishun. But instead of a smooth ride, he found himself in the middle of a car‑to‑car showdown that left four teeth shattered, a mother’s heart racing, and two kids wondering why their dad was suddenly a victim of a street‑fight.
It All Started in 2018
- 10:33 am – Three‑wheeler Levi (Grab driver, black Audi) answers Henry’s ride request.
- 10:42 am – He rides up, says that with a 5‑year‑old in tow he can’t take Henry’s family (according to H’s claim).
- 10:46 am – The Audi driver “sneaks back” and loudly asks why Henry didn’t cancel his first booking, even though H says the pickup was refused by the driver.
- 10:47 am – A blue Mitsubishi rolls in; the Audi driver hurls insults, tries to convince the Mitsubishi driver not to pick H up, and finally, when H goes to cancel his first booking with a phone, the driver throws a punch that hits his face.
The Punch That Flipped Henry’s Life
The blow left Henry bleeding profusely. In panic, he called the police and sent his wife and kids home. A moment later, the Audi driver tried to drive off, but H clamped his jaw around the front wheel – a sobering reminder that you may have to literally hold the wheel to keep a stranger away.
Authorities at the Scene
Police and emergency teams arrived promptly. The driver was questioned and left the scene. Henry was rushed to Khoo Teck Huat Hospital and later scheduled for dental surgery – by May 14 his fractured teeth were finally getting sorted.
Henry’s Words
“I was attacked with no provocation, in front of my wife and two little kids. The mental trauma is real, and I feel powerless for letting them witness violence. I worry about the lesson they’ll learn – that shouting solves everything.”
Police and Grab Respond
- Police spokesperson: “The incident was reported at 11:51 am, investigation is ongoing.”
- Grab spokesman: “Safety is our priority. We’re cooperating fully with the investigation.”
Now that story is a stark reminder: even a ride that started as a simple commute can turn into a roller‑coaster of drama, especially when a driver seems to believe a child’s presence is a deal‑breaker. Grab and the authorities will do all they can to make sure such incidents are caught before they become headline news… yet another reason to keep your eye on those ride‑hail apps!
