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Singapore – A 26-year-old woman was reportedly struck by a personal mobility aid (PMA) on Cantonment road on December 4, sparking a heated confrontation with the rider, who allegedly used abusive language. The incident, which occurred around 11:00 a.m.,highlights ongoing concerns about PMA safety adn rider conduct.
PMA Collision Leads to Public Dispute
A woman suffered minor injuries after being hit by a PMA, resulting in a verbal altercation with the rider who admitted to impaired vision.
- A woman was injured after being struck by a PMA on cantonment Road.
- The PMA rider admitted to having vision problems and denied speeding.
- the rider verbally threatened the woman during the confrontation.
- Police are investigating the incident for voluntarily causing hurt.
Q: What happened during the incident on Cantonment Road?
A: A woman was struck by a personal mobility aid, leading to a verbal dispute with the rider who admitted to vision issues and denied speeding.
Jimmy recounted chasing after the rider and catching up with him near the Dorsett Hotel. He described the woman as being “badly traumatised and crying throughout.” He added that he did not know the woman, but observed she was in pain.
A video shared by Jimmy captures a tense exchange between the rider and the woman. The rider is heard yelling at the woman, telling her, “When you walk, don’t see the handphone! You look at the road!” and threatening, “When you walk, you see your handphone. I slap across your face!”
During the confrontation, the rider admitted to knocking into the woman because he couldn’t see her, citing a problem with his eyesight. he also claimed he was traveling within the speed limit of 10km/h, stating he was going 5km/h. The speed limit for PMAs will be reduced to 5km/h in 2026.
while Jimmy called the police, the rider sarcastically remarked, “Wah, I very scared ah, police,” but ultimately agreed to wait for their arrival.
Police responded to a report of a dispute on Cantonment Road at 11:10 a.m. The 26-year-old woman sustained minor injuries but declined hospital treatment.A 50-year-old man is assisting with the examination for the offense of voluntarily causing hurt, and police investigations are ongoing.
Jimmy expressed hope that the LTA would address the issue,notably given the potential for more serious incidents involving seniors or children.