An SBS Transit bus driver was trapped after a Service 10 bus he was driving crashed into the back of a lorry on Upper East Coast Road on the morning of March 1, 2026.
Details of the Incident
The 74-year-traditional bus driver was rescued by the Singapore Civil Defence Force using hydraulic rescue tools. He, along with an 81-year-old female passenger, were both conscious when taken to Changi General Hospital.
Police were alerted to the accident, which occurred along Upper East Coast Road towards East Coast Road, at approximately 10:10 am. The bus driver is currently assisting with police investigations.
According to SBS Transit spokeswoman Grace Wu, an SBS Transit team was dispatched to the scene. The bus driver sustained abrasions and the company is attempting to contact the 81-year-old passenger to offer assistance. SBS Transit is investigating the cause of the incident and cooperating with the police.
Broader Context
This incident occurs against a backdrop of increasing traffic accidents and fatalities in Singapore. The number of traffic accidents resulting in injuries rose from 7,053 cases in 2024 to 7,560 cases in 2025.
Authorities are considering tightening laws and raising suspension periods in response to the rising numbers.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time did the accident occur?
The police were alerted to the accident at around 10.10am on March 1.
Where did the accident capture place?
The accident occurred along Upper East Coast Road towards East Coast Road.
What is SBS Transit doing in response?
SBS Transit has dispatched a team to the scene, is assisting the police with investigations, and is attempting to contact the injured passenger to provide assistance.
As investigations continue, what further steps might be taken to address the concerning trend of rising traffic incidents in Singapore?
