More road accidents, injuries in first half of 2026 even as fatalities fall: Traffic Police
Despite the drop in fatalities, TP said the long-term trend remains worrying.
Singapore's traffic landscape saw an uptick in accidents and injuries during the first half of 2026, despite a drop in fatalities, according to the Traffic Police's mid-year road traffic statistics. More accidents and injuries were reported in comparison to the same period in 2025, with speeding violations and fatal speed-related accidents also rising.
The number of elderly pedestrians injured or killed surged, although motorcyclist and pillion rider injuries decreased. However, the total number of road traffic accidents and casualties remained on an upward trend over the past three years. The Straits Times has been promoting responsible road use and reminding all users to be more cautious in light of these concerning statistics.
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