Singapore ― Unlike other cyclists that practice defensive driving when on the road, one, in particular, was spotted hitting the back of a lorry after the latter bumped a fellow cyclist.
Facebook page ROADS.sg shared a video of the incident on Saturday (Oct 16) with an explanation of what happened between the cyclists and lorry.
“Lorry tries to turn left but doesn’t signal until last minute and can’t overtake cyclists properly,” wrote ROADS.sg.
The video showed the lorry and two cyclists passing through Dunearn Road. The lorry attempted to make a left turn but was in proximity with the incoming cyclists.
As a result, the lorry nudges one of the cyclists.
In return, the cyclist behind whacks the lorry with his hand.
Members from the online community noted that both parties were in the wrong.
“What’s wrong with this? Doesn’t matter it’s a cyclist, pedestrian or another vehicle behind. The lorry is in the wrong to signal and turn at the last few seconds. Nothing to argue here,” said Facebook user Donald Kuok.
“Send the video to TP (Traffic Police). This driver is reckless. Blatantly driving without due care to other road users,” added Facebook user Raymond Lim.
Meanwhile, others highlighted that the cyclists rode too near the lorry.
“Cyclist too near to driver. He (was) at (a) blind spot area. From the side view mirror cannot see. Must turn head then can see. As (a) driver, I experience the same,” said a netizen.
“Cyclists should learn to use their brakes. Having seen the lorry so close to them. Anyone would be a bit suss and begin to slow down. But apparently not if you’re a cyclist,” added Facebook user Rafie Chua.
“This could have turned out to be a lot worse, doesn’t matter what road user you are, let’s try to be gracious to each other,” noted ROADS.sg. /TISG
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