In a tragic turn of events, a serene cycling journey along a Sembawang park connector turned fatal for a 60-year-old man. While navigating the path adjacent to the Sembawang God of Wealth temple, he inadvertently disturbed a hornet’s nest, triggering a vicious attack by the swarm. The sudden onslaught left the cyclist in a state of disorientation and respiratory distress.
Days following the attack, the man succumbed to his injuries in the hospital. A coroner’s court delved into the circumstances surrounding the tragic incident, revealing the severe impact of the hornet toxins on the man’s body. The venom rapidly compromised his liver and kidneys, setting off a cascade of organ failures. The already precarious situation was further exacerbated by the cyclist’s underlying ischaemic heart disease, which ultimately led to a fatal outcome.
The inquiry into this sorrowful incident highlighted the lethal potential of insect encounters, particularly for individuals with pre-existing health conditions. The court’s findings serve as a somber reminder of the unpredictable dangers that can lurk in seemingly peaceful outdoor settings.
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