Mom on the Hunt for Bike Delivery Man Who Accidentally Nosed Her Kid
What Happened
While heading home after lunch, Lu’s 7‑year‑old son dashed toward a bus shelter to dodge a sudden rainstorm. In his sprint, an on‑coming bicycle—courtesy of a delivery rider—went right through his left calf. The kid was left trembling, bleeding, and wailing for help.
Lu, a 40‑year‑old hairdresser, rushed over to hug and check his injuries. She was so panicked that she forgot the ambulance number—a minor detail, but a huge heart‑stopper.
Delivery Rider’s Response
The rider, after apologising, examined the boy’s wounds but then had to “rush to make a delivery.” Lu, however, wasn’t going to let him slip away so easily.
- She tried to get his ID card, but he claimed he hadn’t got it with him.
- An elderly bystander nodded in agreement that the rider might not have meant to hit the boy, but Lu said, “The main point is he knocked someone over!”
- Lu called the police and they set up an ambulance call for her son—good news: the boy’s injuries were only superficial.
Seeking Compensation
Despite the rider’s apologies, Lu is still pressing for legal recourse.
- Medical bills: $127
- Transport costs: $18
- In total, she’s asking for $145.
Police Updates
Police confirmed they are investigating the case after being notified of a “rash act” involving the cyclist and the little boy. The boy was conscious when taken to the hospital.
A Not‑So‑New Story
Last year, a similar incident rocked Bukit Batok when an 8‑year‑old girl had her eye laced with blood after a delivery rider hit her on the bike. Her mother, Sathiya, had to pull her daughter back as the rider approached. The girl’s glasses shattered and pieces pierced her eye, leading to an emergency trip to the National University Hospital and two surgeries.
These incidents remind us that even a simple daily commute can turn into a chaotic event—just when you think traffic’s the only culprit.
