Volkswagen rear-ends another car in Ang Mo Kio, driver appears to be 'under the influence'
A car was hit by a Volkswagen along Ang Mo Kio Avenue 3 on Nov 15 at about 9.20am.
The kicker? It appears that the car, SLN773L, is not registered in the Land Transport Authority's database.
In a video posted on Facebook groups SGRV and SG Road Vigilante, the black Volkswagen can be seen approaching and rear-ending another car. The driver of the car that was hit is then seen stepping out to inspect the damage.
Moments later, a man in a long-sleeve shirt emerges from the black Volkswagen and walks over. He moves out of frame, apparently in discussion with the victim.
"He (wanted) a private settlement, but we refused," the original poster said.
The poster added that the driver appeared to be "under the influence", describing his eyes as unfocused and his walking unsteady.
According to the post, both drivers had agreed to stop at the side of the road for inspection of the vehicles.
However, as shown in the footage, the Volkswagen drove away instead and the poster shared that no information had been exchanged.
When Stomp searched the plate number on LTA's website, the system said there was "no record found".
As of press time, the original video on SGRV has garnered at least 1,000 likes, 195 comments and 380 shares.
Netizens urged motorists to take extra steps in such situations.
Facebook user Richard Teo advised others to immediately take photos when an accident has occurred, instead of only relying on dashcam footage.
"Don't always rely on your car cameras as they only take one angle. Sometimes camera can malfunction or file corrupted," he wrote.
Others pointed out Volkswagen driver's odd behaviour, highlighting that he left his door wide open when he exited the car.
Facebook user KC Loh wrote: "Any passing vehicle might hit the door and/or him, and become another accident. Something was not right with the driver."
In response to Stomp's queries, the police confirmed that a report was lodged and investigations are ongoing.
