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SINGAPORE \u2013 A 39-year-old man riding a bicycle died after he was involved in an accident with a bus on the morning of Nov 29.<\/p>\n
The police said they were alerted to the accident in Admiralty Drive towards Sembawang Road at about 10.55am.<\/p>\n
The cyclist was pronounced dead at the scene by a paramedic, said the Singapore Civil Defence Force.<\/p>\n
The 41-year-old bus driver is assisting with investigations.<\/p>\n
In response to queries, a spokesperson for Tower Transit said the transport operator is aware of the accident, which involved bus service 859.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe are deeply saddened to learn that the cyclist has passed away. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family during this difficult time.\u201d<\/p>\n
The spokesperson added that Tower Transit is working closely with the authorities to assist with investigations.<\/p>\n
Based on preliminary information, the bus was travelling along Admiralty Drive when the cyclist moved across the road and into the bus\u2019 path.<\/p>\n
The bus was unable to stop in time, resulting in a collision, said the spokesperson, who added that the authorities\u2019 investigations will establish the \u201cfull circumstances\u201d.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs the case is currently under police investigation, we are unable to share further details at this moment.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe safety and well-being of all road users and our passengers remain our utmost priority.\u201d<\/p>\n
Chinese-language news outlet Shin Min Daily News, quoting a resident who lives nearby, said the cyclist had been trapped under the wheels of the bus after being hit.<\/p>\n
The bus\u2019 windscreen was also cracked and bloodstains were seen on the road. <\/p>\n
More than 20 people were on the bus at that time, but none of them were hurt.<\/p>\n
According to the police\u2019s annual traffic statistics released in July 2025, the number of cyclists injured on the road increased from 572 in 2023 to 605 in 2024.<\/p>\n
The figures included those using power-assisted bicycles and those who were riding pillion.<\/p>\n
The number of fatal accidents saw a small dip, however, from 14 in 2023 to 12 in 2024.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n