Two people lost their lives in a multi-vehicle collision at the intersection of Tampines Avenue 1 and Avenue 4 on Monday morning (Apr 22). The accident involved four cars, a van, and a minibus.
Fatalities Identified
One of the deceased was a 17-year-old student from Temasek Junior College. She was traveling in her father’s car when the accident occurred. The other victim was a 57-year-old woman who was a passenger in a van. Both were unconscious when taken to the hospital and later succumbed to their injuries.
Multiple Vehicles Involved
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) confirmed that the accident involved a total of six vehicles. The other vehicles in the collision included four cars, a van, and a minibus. Six additional people were taken to the hospital for treatment.
Ongoing Investigations
A 42-year-old driver is assisting police with their investigations into the cause of the accident. Details of the sequence of events leading to the collision have yet to be disclosed. The police are working to gather more information about the incident.
Impact on the Community
The accident has sent shockwaves through the Tampines community and beyond, with Temasek Junior College expressing deep sorrow over the loss of their student. The tragic incident serves as a reminder of the importance of road safety and careful driving.
Further details on the condition of the other injured individuals and the ongoing police investigation will be provided as they become available.
