Thirteen individuals required hospitalization following a traffic accident in Singapore’s Orchard Road area on January 28th. The incident occurred at the junction of Orchard Road and Orchard Link, prompting a response from the Singapore Civil Defence Force at approximately 6:20 am.
Details of the Incident
A lorry and a car were found to have left the roadway and ended up on the pavement in front of the Apple store. Photographs taken after the incident show damage to the front bumpers of both vehicles. A bench on the pavement was also displaced.
It remains unclear whether additional vehicles were involved in the accident. Five other individuals were evaluated for minor injuries at the scene but opted not to receive further medical attention at a hospital.
Response and Aftermath
By 11:00 am, both the lorry and the car had been removed from the pavement. An employee of a nearby Adidas store reported that the vehicles were still on the pavement around 9:00 am and that multiple police cars were present. The displaced bench was returned to an upright position, though it was subsequently cordoned off.
Traffic flow in the immediate area remained normal, and a nearby pedestrian crossing continued to operate as usual. Authorities have been contacted for further information regarding the incident.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people were taken to hospitals?
Thirteen people were taken to hospitals: six to Tan Tock Seng Hospital and seven to Singapore General Hospital.
What time did the Singapore Civil Defence Force respond to the accident?
The Singapore Civil Defence Force was alerted to the accident at approximately 6:20 am.
Was traffic affected by the accident?
Traffic in the area was reported as normal, with a pedestrian crossing nearby working as usual.
What factors might be considered as investigators seek to understand the circumstances surrounding this incident?
