Woman, 77, Dies in PIE Hit-and-Run; Minibus Driver, 66, Arrested

A 77-year-old woman died in a hit-and-run accident involving a minibus on the Pan-Island Expressway (PIE) on Friday morning (16 October).

The 66-year-old male driver was subsequently arrested after leaving the scene before police arrived.

Accident Near Jalan Bahar Exit

The accident occurred along the PIE towards Changi Airport, near the Jalan Bahar exit.

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The Singapore Civil Defence Force told 8world that it received an alert at about 7:15am. An SCDF paramedic pronounced the woman dead at the scene.

Driver Arrested, Investigations Ongoing

Police said the minibus driver was arrested for driving without due care and attention causing death.

Police investigations are ongoing.

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