A van overturned on Bartley Road towards Braddell Road early on Monday (Oct 12), leaving a section of road divider fencing uprooted and mangled.
The accident happened at about 5.35am, according to the Singapore Police Force and Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF).
A video of the incident shared on social media showed the van lying on its right side, facing against the flow of traffic. Further along the road, a stretch of divider fencing had been knocked over, with twisted metal scattered around the damaged section.
A Traffic Police officer was also seen directing traffic near the scene.
Driver taken to hospital
The 50-year-old male driver was conscious when he was taken to Tan Tock Seng Hospital, police and SCDF said in separate statements to AsiaOne.
Police believe the van skidded before overturning. The driver is assisting with ongoing investigations.
Authorities have not disclosed further details about what caused the accident or whether other vehicles were involved.
Police investigations ongoing
The accident damaged road divider fencing along Bartley Road, although the full extent of the damage was not immediately clear.
Motorists travelling through the area may wish to remain alert for potential traffic disruptions while authorities investigate the incident.
Police investigations are ongoing.
