A video of a group of young cyclists, possibly numbering up to 50, at times spread across four lanes in the Central Business District on a Friday night, has raised safety concerns among netizens.
A police patrol car is also seen in the video, with a police officer appearing to approach the group.
The video, originally posted by TikTok user @leonbombiibii, was shared on Facebook pages Singapore Incidents and The SG Daily on Nov 8, where it has so far garnered more than 61,000 views on the three channels combined.
Netizens question youths’ behaviour
Many netizens were worried about the cyclists’ apparent disregard for safety.
“Blue tent coming,” said a Facebook user, alluding to the tents deployed during traffic fatalities. “I see potential blue tent candidates,” another commented.
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“Smile now, cry later,” said yet another Facebook user.
Some blamed the cyclists’ parents.
“Parents of involved kids please come and claim your kids – they are affecting motorists on the road,” said one. “Their parents must be proud,” another said.
Several netizens thought it was good to cycle but urged the cyclists to think of their own safety.
“It’s good to go out have fun… Enjoy the outdoors… The kids these days have too much screen (time)… But then again, need to do outdoor activities with some sense of risk assessment,” said a Facebook user.
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