SINGAPORE — A man was rushed to the hospital on Sunday morning after allegedly operating a personal mobility aid (PMA) at extreme speeds before losing control and crashing violently on a pedestrian walkway in Yishun.

The incident, which took place along a park connector near Yishun Avenue 8, has reignited intense community concerns regarding the safety and regulation of motorized mobility devices on public footpaths.

The accident unfolded at approximately 7:35 a.m. on June 14, 2026. According to a witness who was jogging along the park connector network at the time, the three-wheeled PMA zipped past him at a speed completely unsuited for a pedestrian area.

"He was going as fast as the motorcycles on the road and almost hit me—it was really just by a tiny margin," the witness recounted in a social media post showcasing the aftermath. "I was quite shocked by how close it was."

Less than ten seconds after nearly colliding with the jogger, the rider appeared to lose total control of the device. The PMA veered wildly and overturned onto its side without striking any other pedestrians.

The force of the crash left the rider severely injured. Video footage circulating online showed the man lying completely motionless on his side on the concrete pavement, directly next to his overturned three-wheeler. What appeared to be significant bloodstains were visible on the ground near his head.

"He lost consciousness immediately after the accident and only regained partial consciousness when the ambulance arrived," the witness stated. Nearby passers-by rushed over to monitor the rider, explicitly reminding one another not to move or touch him to prevent aggravating any spinal injuries.

The Singapore Civil Defense Force (SCDF) confirmed they received a frantic call for emergency medical assistance along Yishun Avenue 8. Emergency responders stabilized the man at the scene before conveying him to Khoo Teck Puat Hospital for urgent trauma treatment.

The horrific crash comes just weeks after Singapore implemented strict new regulations aimed at curbing the misuse of PMAs.

As of June 1, the legal speed limit for motorized PMAs and mobility scooters on public paths was slashed from 10km/h down to just 6km/h—a speed intended to mirror a brisk walking pace. The law also introduced physical dimensions and weight caps, requiring devices to stay under a laden weight of 300kg.

Under these revised laws, individuals caught operating a mobility vehicle above the 6km/h threshold on public paths face heavy penalties, including a fine of up to $2,000, a prison sentence of up to six months, or both. Furthermore, users must now secure a official Certificate of Medical Need to verify their physical requirement for a mobility scooter.

The incident has sparked outrage among local residents, many of whom describe high-speed PMAs as an ongoing hazard to the elderly, young children, and everyday pedestrians utilizing community walkways. Investigation into the precise mechanical state of the device and the actions of the rider remains ongoing.