Elderly pedestrian dies after minibus accident in Holland Village

A 74-year-old minibus driver was arrested after a deadly accident in Holland Village on March 26. The crash involved the minibus and a 76-year-old man who was crossing the road. Police received the report of the accident at around 6:50 am. Emergency responders pronounced the pedestrian dead at the scene. The minibus driver has been charged with driving without due care and attention, resulting in death. Police investigations are currently ongoing. Traffic deaths and injuries in Singapore reached a five-year high in 2024, with speeding being a major factor in many fatal accidents.