Reckless Cyclist

[FourZero]

http://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/woman-hurt-in-e-scooter-crash-on-road-to-recovery

 

Woman hurt in e-scooter crash on road to recovery

 

It was a special Christmas for the Leong family as mum returned after being in hospital for three months.

 

Madam Ang Liu Kiow, 53, had been in a coma after an accident on Sept 17 involving a 17-year-old on an electric scooter on a pavement along Pasir Ris Drive 1.

 

Last Friday, she defied the odds when she was discharged to spend the festive season with her family.

 

Doctors at Changi General Hospital had said her chances of waking up were slim and the family had prepared for the worst. She had two brain operations and suffered multiple mini strokes.

 

Madam Ang gradually woke up from the coma in October, and can now move and utter short words. She is still learning to stand and walk, and has to use a wheelchair.

 

Speaking to The Straits Times on Christmas Eve, odd-job worker Leong Loon Wah, 53, said: "I'm happy that my wife is home, and just want her to get better."

 

He said she began to show signs of consciousness in early October.

 

"She could open her eyes and it was like a ray of hope for us. Doctors and other medical staff then said that she can try physiotherapy, and she has responded well to it."

 

Mr Leong had spent two hours a day at his wife's bedside while she lay unconscious in the intensive care unit on life support. He massaged her, willing her to get better.

 

Their son, Dominic, 16, recently got his N-level results from Coral Secondary School. He did well, scoring nine points. He said his father, who cried in the hospital, grew more optimistic as his mum started to get better. The couple also have a daughter, 26, a nurse, and another son, 22, a university student.

 

The family believes Madam Ang, a housewife, was out to run errands when the accident happened.

 

The teen has been arrested and police investigations are ongoing. The episode led to calls for stiffer rules to prevent repeats of such incidents, as well as for users of personal mobility devices (PMDs) to buy third-party insurance.

 

From May to October, the Land Transport Authority issued more than 860 advisories to people found riding bicycles, e-bikes and other PMDs dangerously on footpaths and cycling paths.

 

The family members have not heard from the teen, but Mr Leong said they are not angry. "We still don't know who is right or wrong."

 

A maid has been hired for Madam Ang, who no longer has to be tube-fed and can eat soft foods like porridge.

 

Her medical and hospitalisation fees total more than $100,000, most of it paid via financial aid schemes. The family is checking if insurance can cover other costs. Mr Leong, who earns just over $1,000 a month, is worried about his wife's physiotherapy costs, but says they can get by if they try to save.

 

"No matter how tough it gets, I'll want to take care of her and stay by her side. After all, we've spent so many years of our lives together," said Mr Leong. They will mark their 30th wedding anniversary in May.

Glad to hear she is ok, his husband a true man

[Fcw75]

From a normal person to someone who has to learn to stand and walk and sit in a wheelchair.

 

Fark the electric scooter guy. I hope they come down hard on him to set an example for other electric scooter user....KNN.

[Ender]

From today ownwards, it's illegal for e-scooter to be on the road, and e-bike cannot be on the pedestrian path.

e-biks also need to be register. The picture below explains all.

http://www.channelnewsasia.com/news/singapore/reckless-users-of-personal-mobility-devices-to-face-fines-jail/3426888.html.

 

 

 

 

Reckless users of personal mobility devices to face fines, jail time

There are also stiffer penalties for illegal device modification under the new legislation.

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SINGAPORE: Electric bicycles have been banned from footpaths while Personal Mobility Devices (PMDs) like skateboards, kick-scooters, e-scooters and hoverboards cannot be used on roads after legislation was passed in Parliament on Tuesday (Jan 10).

The legislation empowers the Land Transport Authority (LTA) and partner agencies such as the National Parks Board and the Traffic Police to regulate the types of devices permitted and the behaviour of users on public paths, putting into effect recommendations by an advisory panel which were accepted by the Government at last year’s Committee of Supply debate.

 

For instance, only motorised wheelchairs are allowed in locations with “No Riding” signs, such as pedestrian overhead bridges. Cyclists and PMD users must now ride below 15km/h on footpaths and 25km/h on shared or cycling paths. They cannot weigh more than 20kg or span more than 70cm in width.

(Infographic: Rafael Estrada Calvar; source: LTA)

When cycling on the road, a maximum of two cyclists abreast will be allowed on all roads with at least two lanes in that direction, except those with bus lanes during bus lane operational hours. At night, bicycles and PMDs must turn on a white light in front and a red light at the back.

Retailers are also expected to display warning notices within premises and provide advice to customers on rules of usage.

New, stiffer penalties for contravening laws were also introduced. Those caught riding recklessly can be fined up to S$5,000, or imprisoned for up to six months, or both. For failing to provide personal particulars or render assistance in an accident, cyclists and device users can be fined up to S$3,000 or imprisoned for up to 12 months, or both. If they cause injury to others, they may also be charged under the Penal Code, and can be fined up to S$5,000, or imprisoned for up to a year, or both.

In addition, those found illegally modifying or selling non-compliant bicycles, PMDs or power-assisted bicycles (PABs) can be fined up to $5,000 - up from S$2,000 - or imprisoned for up to three months, or both, for the first offence.

LTA can now also inspect businesses suspected of illegally modifying devices, seize non-compliant devices, demand identification information from suspected offenders and arrest those who refuse to cooperate.

The authority will also appoint volunteers to serve as “public path wardens”, who do not have powers to seize or arrest, but can obtain personal particulars of suspected offenders. They will patrol public paths to educate the public on safe practices.

“DIFFERENT USERS OF PUBLIC PATHS CAN HAPPILY CO-EXIST”

With the increasing popularity of cycling and PMD use with both young and old, pedestrian safety is paramount, said Senior Minister of State for Transport Josephine Teo.

“We are still some distance away from attaining the desirable level of graciousness and consideration. More regularly than we would like, we hear feedback about recklessness by cyclists and PMD users,” she said.

(Infographic: Rafael Estrada Calvar; source: LTA)

“As it stands today, I’m afraid the burden lies more with cyclists and PMD users to demonstrate that the vast majority of them can be relied upon to be safety-conscious and responsible users of public paths,” Mrs Teo added. “However … I’m realistic that it may take several years before we get to a new balance, where the different users of public paths can happily co-exist with one another.”

“We should not ban bicycles and PMDs on footpaths because of the benefits they bring, but we must also act to reduce friction between the different users,” she said.

NO MANDATORY INSURANCE “FOR NOW”

While the House expressed support for the Bill, several Members of Parliament (MPs) also urged the Transport Ministry to install a compensation framework for victims of PMD accidents, with MP for Potong Pasir Sitoh Yih Pin calling the lack of such a mandatory scheme “perhaps the most controversial aspect”.

Mrs Teo had addressed similar remarks at a Parliament sitting in October last year by stating that compulsory insurance would be “too onerous and costly”, and said victims could obtain compensation through civil lawsuits or private settlements.

But Mr Sitoh on Tuesday highlighted the costs of civil suits as well as the possibility of hit-and-run incidents occurring. “Effort and cost should not be impediments,” he added. “Perhaps a fund could be set up to compensate victims.”

Ms Joan Pereira, MP for Tanjong Pagar GRC, agreed. “I hope the ministry will consider having such equipment sold with packaged personal accident insurance, and require such insurance to be tagged to the equipment and kept updated as long as in use,” she proposed.

But Mrs Teo said that for now, such insurance would not be mandatory, owing to a very broad range of cyclists and PMD users of different ages and levels of affluence.

“In accidents involving serious damages, the police will investigate,” she explained. “If a cyclist or PMD user is found to be at fault, he may be prosecuted and the court will consider if compensation should be paid - in addition to all the penalties the perpetrator is liable for. By laying out the rules and the code of conduct, this Bill will in fact facilitate the court process.”

“In addition, we do encourage users to buy third-party insurance which is already available in the market,” said Mrs Teo. “Insurance comes at some cost, which is not an insignificant amount, especially if you pay year after year, and it’s not clear who should be targeted for mandatory insurance.”

"UNLIKELY TO BE FINAL SET OF REGULATIONS"

Mrs Teo also reiterated that the ministry would require all PABs to be registered and carry registration plates as they are more prone to illegal modifications to achieve high speeds.

"We will monitor the situation and if justified, consider extending registration to all motorised devices," she added.

Online retailers of PMDs and PABs are subject to the same rules as brick-and-mortar shops, she told Parliament. "But we also acknowledge the practical challenges in enforcing them, especially those not based in Singapore ... the harsh penalties serve as a deterrent," said Mrs Teo.

She also responded to a query on why Singapore did not simply ban the import of non-compliant devices.

"Firstly, there's no reason to ban use of such non-compliant devices on private property, private land," Mrs Teo explained. "Furthermore, it may impede international trade. It may be excessive or hard to pass muster with the trade agreements we are part of."

She also revealed that Singapore's footpaths will be increased to at least 1.8m wide, up from 1.5m. And the network of dedicated cycling paths - slated to nearly double to 700km - will be around 2m wide for intra-town paths and 2.5m wide for inter-town paths. "It will take time, but we will continue to look into expanding the network and widening footpaths," said Mrs Teo.

"We will keep an open mind and continue to review our rules. This is unlikely to be the final set of regulations for active mobility," she concluded. "Over time, I believe we can build a stronger culture of safety and graciousness."

"It won't happen overnight but with determination and willingness to adjust the rules, the benefits of active mobility can become widely available for all Singaporeans to enjoy."

- CNA/jo

 

 

Edited January 11, 2017 by Ender

[inlinesix]

Must buy Xiaomi Ninebot Mini to zip around now

[Fcw75]

Set so many rules and talked so much, got enforcement?

 

Still see ah bengs with their e-bikes everywhere. Bedok, chai chee, etc.

[inlinesix]

Set so many rules and talked so much, got enforcement?

 

Still see ah bengs with their e-bikes everywhere. Bedok, chai chee, etc.

 

In Singapore, when rules are set, ppl will follow 1.

 

No worries.

 

That's why no need enforcement 1.

[Beregond]

Set so many rules and talked so much, got enforcement?

 

Still see ah bengs with their e-bikes everywhere. Bedok, chai chee, etc.

setting laws and rules is 1 issue, enforcement is another,

 

for example. illegal parking, where can or cannot very clear cut, if u get away u lucky, if u tio, no complain also.

just because alot of place illegal park can get away, 

 

then we dun set law for it??

 

set the law is step 1.

then we think about step 2.

 

if we keep have the mind set, cannot enforce 1 la, then

we forever stuck at same spot.

[Fcw75]

That's precisely my point.

 

Set all the law but no enforcement, what's the use? 

In Singapore, when rules are set, ppl will follow 1.

 

No worries.

 

That's why no need enforcement 1.

 

Sarcasm at it's best? 

[Ender]

Must buy Xiaomi Ninebot Mini to zip around now

Is it 70cm width?

[inlinesix]

Is it 70cm width?

 

 

[2BDriver]

Set so many rules and talked so much, got enforcement?

 

Still see ah bengs with their e-bikes everywhere. Bedok, chai chee, etc.

 Yes, there are numerous pro-active and super efficient enforcement officers out in our major public society contributing with "Free Services"  to maintaining Law And Order 

You and me shall stay tune for more out law arrest  and detail reports......

 

 http://www.stomp.com.sg/contribution/    

[inlinesix]

 Yes, there are numerous pro-active and super efficient enforcement officers out in our major public society contributing with "Free Services"  to maintaining Law And Order 

You and me shall stay tune for more out law arrest  and detail reports......

 

 http://www.stomp.com.sg/contribution/    

 

No wonder enforcement officers camp in office.

 

 

[Beregond]

https://www.facebook.com/allsgstuff/videos/2382383401902375/

 

 

[Beregond]

 

 

[Ender]

https://www.facebook.com/allsgstuff/videos/2382383401902375/

Think he won't live pass 30 years old.

[Leinad8919]

Are they the same two riders? They are strong & fast!

[Leinad8919]

Are they the same two riders? They are strong & fast!

Sorry. On closer look, the first two were recreational cyclist & the second two in video were some delivery guys with huge backpack. Difference is one trying to kill himself while the other is trying to kill someone.

[Ahgong]

https://www.facebook.com/allsgstuff/videos/2382383401902375/

 

 fella looking for the highway to hell lah.

let him be. he will find that one way ticket trip one day. just pray that that day is not one that is on your watch!

 

love it when he circle back at the red light. wow... ballsy!