{
  "id": 2103749,
  "title": "Man, 53, performed CPR for 10 mins upon witnessing Seletar West Link accident",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/20/man-53-performed-cpr-for-10-mins-upon-witnessing-seletar-west-link",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-20T09:04:50.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Mothership",
    "slug": "mothership",
    "url": "https://mothership.sg/2026/08/man-seletar-west-link-accident-cpr/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "On the evening of August 18, Martin Wong, a 53-year-old man, was driving home when he encountered a serious traffic accident on Seletar West Link. He promptly stopped his vehicle, retrieved his first aid kit and automated external defibrillator (AED), and crossed over to assess the injured motorcyclist lying on the ground. Wong, who had prior experience with similar emergencies, quickly took charge of the situation. He coordinated with others at the scene to turn the casualty over, enabling him to perform CPR. While another individual handled the 995 call and directed traffic, Wong continued administering CPR for approximately ten minutes, using a face mask to provide breaths. The AED was also utilized, but did not recommend any shocks during this period. Wong and the other helpers maintained their efforts until emergency responders arrived and took over. Wong expressed his gratitude to the public for their assistance and emphasized the critical importance of learning CPR and using an AED in medical emergencies. Tragically, the 25-year-old motorcyclist succumbed to his injuries at the hospital, and a 57-year-old female driver was arrested on suspicion of careless driving causing death.",
  "summary": "Another individual assisted the man in preparing the AED, while someone else remained on the line with the 995 operator.",
  "key_points": [
    "Martin Wong, 53, performed CPR for 10 minutes at Seletar West Link accident.",
    "Witnessed injured motorcyclist lying on the ground after traffic collision.",
    "Wong's CPR efforts continued until emergency responders arrived."
  ],
  "editors_take": "The bystander's swift and informed response highlights the value of having basic medical training and equipment, and underscores the potential for ordinary citizens to make a lifesaving difference in emergency situations.",
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}