Cyclist sticks leg out towards car while riding against traffic on East Coast Park Service Road
A cyclist rode against the flow of traffic along East Coast Park on Saturday (24 May).
Instead of apologising, the cyclist sticks his leg out at a passing car.
Dashcam footage of the incident has since circulated online on the SGRV Admin Facebook page.
Cyclist rides directly towards oncoming vehicle
The clip shows a car travelling on a single-lane road along East Coast Park Service Rd, just after Carpark F2.
Source: SGRV Admin on Facebook
At the same time, a cyclist riding against traffic approaches the car.
Despite having the right of way, the driver appears to slow down significantly to let the cyclist pass safely.
Source: SGRV Admin on Facebook
The driver also slightly moves to the left to give the cyclist space.
However, instead of moving aside immediately, the cyclist continues riding forward.
Source: SGRV Admin on Facebook
He then aggressively sticks one leg out towards the vehicle as he passes by.
Netizens question cyclist’s actions
Many commenters expressed disbelief towards the cyclist’s actions, given that he was already riding against the flow of traffic.
Source: Facebook
However, one netizen disagreed, feeling that the cyclist may have been “threatened” by the driver.
Source: Facebook
Others provided a more lighthearted take on the situation and poked fun at the cyclist’s actions.
Source: Facebook
Under Section 11 of the Road Traffic Rules, riding against the flow of traffic is strictly prohibited.
For riding against the flow of traffic, or riding without due regard for the safety of others, authorities may sentence the cyclist to either a fine of up to $1,000, jail for up to three months, or both.
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Featured image adapted from SGRV Admin on Facebook
