SINGAPORE: A traffic accident involving multiple vehicles occurred on Bedok North Road on Friday afternoon (June 20), leaving three people injured and several others shaken.

The incident took place at approximately 2:20pm along the stretch of Bedok North Road heading towards New Changi Road.

According to initial reports, a small truck lost control, believed to be due to slippery road conditions caused by rain, and veered across the central dividing embankment into the opposite lane, colliding with several vehicles in its path.

Dashcam footage provided by a motorist who witnessed the aftermath shows the truck initially travelling in the left lane before suddenly skidding and mounting the central embankment. It then collided with a car in the right lane before crashing into an oncoming vehicle on the opposite side of the road, where it finally came to a stop.

Speaking to Channel 8 News, the driver who submitted the footage said he had been on the way to Bedok Mall when he heard a loud bang. His view was momentarily blocked by other vehicles, but upon reviewing his car’s dashcam, he discovered that the accident had just occurred behind him.

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) confirmed that three individuals were conveyed to Changi General Hospital for treatment. Another two people sustained minor injuries but declined hospitalisation after being assessed at the scene.

In a statement, the police said that those sent to the hospital included a 46-year-old male driver and a 39-year-old passenger of a minivan. The 28-year-old driver of the same minivan is currently assisting with police investigations.

Investigations are ongoing.

SINGAPORE: A 41-year-old male cyclist was taken to the hospital after a serious collision with a car in Bugis early Thursday morning (19 June), after he seemed to run a red light.

The accident occurred at around 6:30am along Victoria Street, in the direction of Kallang Road. According to footage shared on Facebook by SG Road Vigilante, the cyclist appeared to be riding on the sidewalk and allegedly ignored the red light signal at the pedestrian crossing.

The video shows the cyclist entering the road against the red light before being struck by an oncoming car. The impact flung both the cyclist and his bicycle into the air before they landed heavily on the ground. The incident drew concern online, with many commenting on the dangers of disregarding traffic rules.

The Singapore Police Force confirmed that they were alerted to the accident shortly after it happened. In response to media queries, the police stated that the cyclist lost consciousness following the collision.

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said that the injured man was conveyed to Tan Tock Seng Hospital for treatment. The 44-year-old male driver of the car is assisting police with their investigations.

Investigations are ongoing.

SINGAPORE: A woman has come under fire online after she was seen using restaurant chopsticks to feed her pet dog during a meal at a hotpot restaurant in Bugis.

The incident reportedly occurred on the evening of June 7 at around 7pm at Bugis BBQ and Hotpot, located at Bugis Cube. A diner, who witnessed the interaction, captured the moment on video and submitted it to citizen journalism platform Stomp.

In the video, the woman is seated at a booth with her dog standing on its hind legs next to her. According to the eyewitness, the woman was seen attempting to feed the dog using her chopsticks.

“I even saw the lady trying to feed the dog with her chopsticks. I think it’s kind of inconsiderate,” the witness told Stomp.

The act drew backlash from members of the public, many of whom expressed concern about hygiene and etiquette in shared dining spaces.

A spokesperson for the restaurant clarified the establishment’s pet policy and told Stomp, “Pets are allowed in the outdoor areas of our restaurant. However, regarding the customer feeding the dog with her chopsticks, our staff were not nearby and had no knowledge of the incident.”

The spokesperson added that due to the size of the restaurant, it is not feasible for staff to monitor every customer closely.

“As our restaurant is quite large, it’s not possible or appropriate for our staff to constantly watch every customer, as that would be considered impolite,” they explained.

Following the incident, the restaurant has taken steps to remind staff of hygiene expectations and customer conduct.

“Our manager has informed all staff members to make it clear to customers that they are not allowed to use our utensils to feed their pets,” the spokesperson added.

While some online comments defended the woman’s affection for her pet, many others called for stricter enforcement of dining etiquette, particularly in shared dining environments like hotpot restaurants, where utensils often come into contact with communal dishes.

SINGAPORE: A routine car servicing took a wild turn on Monday afternoon (June 17) when a large snake was discovered coiled up inside a car engine at 53 Ubi Avenue 1.

The reptile was spotted at around 3.15pm, according to Justin who told Stomp that his friend had brought the car to a nearby workshop for servicing. Mechanics were about to begin work when they made the surprising discovery under the bonnet.

The Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (Acres) was quickly called in to assist with the safe removal of the snake. A video shared by Justin with Stomp shows Acres officers calmly lifting the snake out from the engine compartment.

“Big one eh,” one of the men can be heard saying as the snake wriggled in protest, clearly unsettled by the sudden attention. Another officer said, “Let it work itself out,” as they carefully handled the animal.

After a few tense moments, the team managed to guide the snake into a cage. Asked if he had been frightened by the encounter, Justin said, “Not me.”

It is unclear how the snake ended up in the engine bay, but such incidents are not unheard of in Singapore, where reptiles may seek out warm or sheltered spaces.

In response to such encounters, the National Parks Board (NParks) advises members of the public to remain calm and maintain a safe distance from wild snakes. According to NParks, snakes are generally not aggressive and will not attack unless provoked.

Those who come across native wild animals in need of help or find abandoned exotic pets are encouraged to contact the ACRES Wildlife Rescue Hotline at +65 9783 7782 between 7am to 1am daily. For urgent cases involving snakes or wildlife that persist in an area, NParks’ 24-hour animal response centre can be reached at 1800-476-1600.

SINGAPORE: A video showing a man digging up a large crab at Yishun Dam has gone viral online, racking up over 633,000 views on TikTok and drawing a flurry of reactions ranging from admiration to skepticism and criticism.

The video, originally posted on March 29 by TikTok user @crabhuntersg — who identifies himself as “Ah Toan” — was later reposted to Facebook by SG Daily, sparking renewed interest and heated discussion.

In the clip, Ah Toan is seen spotting a sizable crab buried in the sand before digging it out and grabbing it by its pincers. He then tosses it onto the sand, picks it up again, this time by the back of its shell, and displays it to the camera. The crab, reportedly weighing about 800 grams, appeared unharmed.

While some viewers were impressed by the dramatic catch, others questioned its authenticity.

Comments flooded in, with many speculating the video had been staged. “Don’t bluff lah… you put the crab there,” one commenter wrote. Another added, “I recognise this crab!! It was still at Sheng Siong Supermarket at Yishun yesterday in the morning.”

Critics also took aim at the motivation behind posting such content. One Facebook user commented: “These people have a bird’s brain, wanting to post everything. If you want to catch the crab, just do it and keep quiet.”

Despite the backlash, Ah Toan appears unfazed. His TikTok profile features a string of similar videos documenting his crab-hunting excursions across Singapore. The bio on his account simply reads: “I like hunting crab.”