Man to be charged with driving without licence, causing death of petrol station attendant
He had fled the scene after the accident at a petrol station at Upper Changi Road North.
A 22-year-old man is set to face court on August 8, accused of causing the death of a petrol station attendant while driving a vehicle without a valid licence and adequate attention. The incident occurred at around 3.55am on August 6 in Upper Changi Road North. The man reversed his car with its door open, accidentally hitting and killing the 69-year-old attendant.
The 22-year-old then fled the scene with his female passenger. The police identified the pair through inquiries and surveillance footage. The man faces charges of driving without due care, causing death, and suspected drug offences. If found guilty, he could be fined up to $10,000, imprisoned for up to three years, or both. He may also have his vehicle forfeited.
The woman, also 22, was arrested on suspicion of consuming a controlled drug and aiding the driver. She is currently under investigation.
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