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SMRT driver jailed, banned from driving after running over worker
An SMRT bus driver has been sentenced to jail and disqualified from driving following an incident in which he ran over a construction worker in Tanjong Pagar. The worker's legs were struck by the bus's front left tyre, while the rear tyre narrowly missed causing further injury.
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The driver was convicted following the incident in which a construction worker was struck by the bus in the central business district. The vehicle's front left tyre ran over the victim's legs during the accident, while the left rear tyre passed closely by without making contact.
Court proceedings determined that the driver bore responsibility for the incident, resulting in both a custodial sentence and a driving disqualification order. The specific terms of the sentence reflect the severity of the incident and its impact on the victim.
The case highlights ongoing concerns about vehicle safety and operator vigilance in high-traffic areas where construction activity is prevalent. SMRT has not issued a public statement regarding the conviction or any subsequent measures the company may implement.
The incident adds to a series of public transport safety issues that have drawn regulatory scrutiny in Singapore in recent years. Authorities continue to emphasise the importance of driver training and awareness, particularly in congested urban zones where pedestrians and construction workers are present.