A 64-year-old man on an electric bicycle got into an accident with a school bus at the intersection of Hougang Street 61 and Avenue 8.
The rider was rushed to the hospital where he later succumbed to his injuries.
Loud crash
A Shin Min Daily News reader informed the Chinese newspaper that he had heard a "loud noise" on Aug. 22 at around 6:11pm.
When he stepped out to investigate, he saw that a small white bus had hit the traffic light in the middle of the road.
A bicycle was also found on the road about 10m away, reported Shin Min.
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The rider was lying on the ground and receiving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) from a passerby.
Several other members of the public had also crowded around and were trying to help.
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The accident was believed to have happened after the school bus had sent the students home.
Died in hospital
The deceased was likely a delivery rider, reported Shin Min, noting that there was a delivery box on the street.
A pair of slippers were flung far away, along with a pair of jeans, a bloodied cloth, and a notepad.
Footage taken of the scene also showed a cap and helmet strewn near the bus.
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A 69-year-old male bus driver is currently assisting with investigations.
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