SINGAPORE, Sept. 13, 2025 – A predawn crash saw a man arrested for driving under the influence and while disqualified after he plowed a car into a traffic light pole near Nicoll Highway and Sims Way.
The Singapore Civil Defense Force confirmed it was alerted to the smash-up shortly before 2 a.m. on Sept. 13.
- A 44-year-old man was arrested after a crash in Singapore early on Sept.13.
- He is charged wiht drink driving and driving while disqualified.
- The car struck a traffic light pole after failing to stop for police.
- The driver sustained injuries and was hospitalized.
what happened in the Singapore crash? A 44-year-old driver slammed his car into a traffic light pole in Singapore after failing to stop for police.
Police officers on patrol along Beach Road signaled for the vehicle to halt. instead, the car sped off, ultimately crashing onto a pedestrian walkway and into the traffic light pole at the junction.
Footage circulating online depicts a black car significantly damaged,with parts scattered on the ground and its driver-side door hanging open. The traffic light pole itself was visibly damaged, leaning at an angle with one signal head detached and lying on the pavement.
The driver, conscious, was transported to Tan Tock Seng Hospital. Authorities confirmed his arrest in connection with the incident.
Authorities stated that police investigations into the accident are continuing.
Investigations into the circumstances surrounding the crash are ongoing.
