Malaysian Student’s Fine Arts Lessons Turn Into a Road Trip Disaster
Just a few days after jet‑setting into Singapore, Mr. Luo Li Xiao landed a grim set of injuries that’s costing more than a fancy art class. He’s a 25‑year‑old student at the Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts (NAFA), but his latest trip wasn’t to the studio— it was to a hospital ward.
What Went Down at Woodlands
- Date & Location: 9 August, the crossroads of Woodlands Avenue 6 & Avenue 7.
- Who Involved: A car turning right, a taxi, and a handful of people (four, to be exact).
- Position: Mr. Luo was strolling as a pedestrian, while the other three were passengers caught up in the chaos.
- Result: The taxi smashed into a road divider, and Mr. Luo went straight to the hospital with multiple fractures.
Road‑Runner‑Like Injuries
According to 8world, his ankle went from “nice” to “skewed” by twisting nearly 180 degrees—so much so that the bone peeked out like a cheat code. On top of that, he got a fractured hip and knee, turning a simple walk into a full-on gym session.
The Operation Marathon
- He’s already had four surgeries.
- Two more rounds of the op clock are slated for the near future.
- All of that has landed him a $40,000+ medical bill. Early to say, #Spoiler: 50% of that is from the pain management department.
Current Status & Future Outlook
He’s stable now, but a full recovery is far from guaranteed. His family is staring at a bill that’s rivaling the cost of a semester at NAFA— and they’re not laughing much.
Fun Fact: How Not to Get a Fine Arts Degree
While the expression “fine arts” usually paints pictures of canvases and culture, Mr. Luo’s experience paints a different picture: an impromptu collision course of limbs and a ledger that’s not decked with gesso.
Final Note
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