A Heart‑Stopping Moment on Yishun Avenue 3
(The 64‑year‑old driver’s sudden crash leaves the community stunned)*
The Incident
On Tuesday, March 8, a 64‑year‑old resident of Yishun lost control of his van while driving over Yishun Avenue 3.
The vehicle slammed into a lamp post around 9:55 am, causing the driver to become trapped in the front seat.
The Rescue
Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) was first on the scene after an alert.
They pulled the van out of the wreck, manually freed the driver, and immediately sent him to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital for treatment.
What Went Wrong
Witnesses say the driver may have suddenly suffered a heart attack while behind the wheel.
In a local Chinese daily interview, a 60‑year‑old neighbor—who asked to be called Mr. Fu—shared what he heard:
“A loud bang rang out in the house.My son and I rushed downstairs, but we couldn’t touch him—you know, we didn’t want to risk passing a bad beat.”
Mr. Fu added, “We just waited for the police and SCDF to arrive before we could handle it.”
The Outcome
Despite the SCDF’s swift actions, the driver ultimately did not survive his injuries.
Police investigations are still underway to confirm the exact cause and any contributing factors.
For ongoing updates, keep an eye on the local news or official statements from the Singapore Police Force and SCDF.
