Truck on ECP shared path ‘suddenly appeared’, says pedestrian
A video showing a garbage truck moving at speed along a shared pedestrian-cyclist path at East Coast Park (ECP) has attracted attention for being a danger to the public.
Garbage truck driver allegedly speeding
TikTok user @nicklawj alleged that the near-miss incident occurred on 22 March at 9.11pm.
@nicklawj “Truck driving inside East Coast Park dangerously” #nparks #lta #tp #eastcoastparksg🇸🇬 #dangerous
In the video, the garbage truck was seen travelling along the shared path, an area typically used by joggers and cyclists.
The Original Poster (OP) also claimed that the vehicle approached from behind without any warning.
Source: @nicklawj on TikTok
“A truck suddenly appeared behind us on the shared path — no horn, no warning, and it was fast,” said the OP in the video caption.
“We literally had to jump into the grass verge just to avoid being hit.”
Netizens concerned by truck on shared path
The incident has drawn reactions from concerned netizens, with one noting that the driver seemed to be “driving faster than expected”.
Source: TikTok
The commenter also pointed out that the truck appears to be an “NParks approved vehicle”.
Meanwhile, some other netizens urged the OP to report the case to relevant authorities.
Source: TikTok
Shared paths in parks are generally intended for pedestrians and cyclists, with strict rules in place to ensure safety for all users.
The presence of a fast-moving truck has also raised concerns about enforcement and whether proper protocols were followed.
MS News has reached out to the OP and NParks for comment.
Also read: Cyclist allegedly knocks old woman down along shared path in Serangoon, claims she didn’t look out
Cyclist allegedly knocks old woman down along shared path in Serangoon, claims she didn’t look out
Have news you must share? Get in touch with us via email at news@mustsharenews.com.
Featured image adapted from @nicklawj on TikTok.
