Sam Leong's band of brothers - cyclists
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1 arrested, 8 bicycles and PMDs seized in enforcement operation against errant riders in CBD
Non-compliant bicycles, including those without working handbrakes, were seized and impounded during the joint enforcement operation.
Jun 11, 2025
SINGAPORE – One person was arrested and a total of eight bicycles and personal mobility devices (PMDs) were seized in a joint enforcement operation in the Central Business District on June 6.
The operation, conducted by the Singapore Police Force (SPF), Land Transport Authority (LTA) and Health Sciences Authority (HSA), was targeted at errant cyclists and PMD users to better safeguard public safety in the area.
In a joint statement on June 11, the authorities said that 16 offences were detected.
These included the use of non-compliant PMDs, speeding on public paths, illegal use of PMDs on roads, dangerous and reckless riding on both public paths and roads, and the possession of illegal e-vaporisers.
In a case of rash act causing hurt, one person was arrested and one PMD was seized.
Five bicycles were seized following cases where their owners were caught riding them without a working handbrake. A non-compliant PMD that was ridden on a public road was also seized, along with an unregistered vehicle.
Eight illegal e-vaporisers were seized under the Tobacco (Control of Advertisements and Sale) Act.
An illegally modified e-bicycle that was seized during the operation.
PHOTO: SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
The authorities said they take a serious view of such offences that endanger public safety and contravene the law.
“SPF, LTA and HSA will continue to conduct regular and ad-hoc enforcement operations to ensure greater compliance,” the statement said.
“Cyclists and PMD users are strongly advised to comply with all regulations and practise safe riding habits. Members of the public are also reminded that it is an offence to possess, use or purchase e-vaporisers.”
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Jul 1, 2025, 12:54pm
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The number of bicycles hogging void decks at Tampines has not decreased even after a month. PHOTO: STOMP
Deanna Wong
Submitted by Stomper Wee
The number of bicycles cluttering void decks in Tampines has not decreased even after a month.
Following a previous Stomp report on the situation at Block 933 Tampines Street 91, Stomper Wee believes little effort has been made to clear the indiscriminately parked bicycles.
"If anyone is staying in the block and uses the common area where the bikes are parked, I am sure that one will get irritated every day facing this unpleasant situation," she said.
"Notice that the owners of the fallen bicycles were not being corrected by the town council.
"This issue has been going on for years, and yet nothing is done.
"The root cause of the irritating situation has not even been resolved till today.
"This parking issue is not a daily or temporary, it is an everyday issue."
Photos shared by Wee show bicycles parked around void decks, with some toppled over.
Wee explained: "These bicycles are obstructing the walkway for residents, wheelchair movement, cleaner's cart movement, grocery trolleys, baby prams, delivery trolleys and so on.
"These inconsiderate cyclists have to put themselves in the users' shoes and ask themselves if it is right for them to continue doing it just for their own convenience.
"Where is the proper discipline for these cyclists to be more considerate to others?"
Wee also realised most of the bicycles were owned by MRT passengers, nearby workers or bike rental service users.
She wondered: "What are the rules for bikers to follow and to park orderly where there are adequate and available empty bicycle parking lots next to the block?
"This parking bay is not situated far from the Tampines MRT station."
PHOTO: STOMP
Considering cyclists who might claim that parking somewhere without shelter would damage their bikes, Wee said: "This reasoning is not logical as the cyclists need to accept the pros and cons of the intention of using bicycles.
"These cyclists ride their bicycles every day under the sun and rain. Are their bicycles also damaged?
"If these stubborn and inconsiderate cyclists continue to park their bicycles indiscriminately, we should discuss a bicycle parking law for them to abide by with the relevant authorities."
Noting that there were adequate and available parking lots for bicycles, Wee said: "Cyclists refuse to utilise them. Then what is the purpose of this bicycle bay?
"No matter how many bicycle parking bays are set up, it is pointless if the cyclists refuse to use them.
"The law should be set up to train them to park their bicycles in order."
Tampines Town Council had earlier told Stomp that they are aware of the same problem at Block 803 and the inconvenience it has caused to residents.
"The issue tends to intensify on weekdays, likely due to the block's proximity to Tampines West MRT Station, which attracts heavy commuter traffic," said a spokesperson.
The spokesperson also acknowledged that the problem is not fully resolved despite efforts.
Wee added: "We have been lamenting this situation for years and find that we continue to bear their nonsensical way of parking."
Bicycles still flooding Tampines void decks 'for years, yet nothing is done'
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The number of bicycles hogging void decks at Tampines has not decreased even after a month. PHOTO: STOMP
Deanna Wong
Submitted by Stomper Wee
The number of bicycles cluttering void decks in Tampines has not decreased even after a month.
Following a previous Stomp report on the situation at Block 933 Tampines Street 91, Stomper Wee believes little effort has been made to clear the indiscriminately parked bicycles.
"If anyone is staying in the block and uses the common area where the bikes are parked, I am sure that one will get irritated every day facing this unpleasant situation," she said.
"Notice that the owners of the fallen bicycles were not being corrected by the town council.
"This issue has been going on for years, and yet nothing is done.
"The root cause of the irritating situation has not even been resolved till today.
"This parking issue is not a daily or temporary, it is an everyday issue."
Photos shared by Wee show bicycles parked around void decks, with some toppled over.
Wee explained: "These bicycles are obstructing the walkway for residents, wheelchair movement, cleaner's cart movement, grocery trolleys, baby prams, delivery trolleys and so on.
"These inconsiderate cyclists have to put themselves in the users' shoes and ask themselves if it is right for them to continue doing it just for their own convenience.
"Where is the proper discipline for these cyclists to be more considerate to others?"
Wee also realised most of the bicycles were owned by MRT passengers, nearby workers or bike rental service users.
She wondered: "What are the rules for bikers to follow and to park orderly where there are adequate and available empty bicycle parking lots next to the block?
"This parking bay is not situated far from the Tampines MRT station."
Considering cyclists who might claim that parking somewhere without shelter would damage their bikes, Wee said: "This reasoning is not logical as the cyclists need to accept the pros and cons of the intention of using bicycles.
"These cyclists ride their bicycles every day under the sun and rain. Are their bicycles also damaged?
"If these stubborn and inconsiderate cyclists continue to park their bicycles indiscriminately, we should discuss a bicycle parking law for them to abide by with the relevant authorities."
Noting that there were adequate and available parking lots for bicycles, Wee said: "Cyclists refuse to utilise them. Then what is the purpose of this bicycle bay?
"No matter how many bicycle parking bays are set up, it is pointless if the cyclists refuse to use them.
"The law should be set up to train them to park their bicycles in order."
Tampines Town Council had earlier told Stomp that they are aware of the same problem at Block 803 and the inconvenience it has caused to residents.
"The issue tends to intensify on weekdays, likely due to the block's proximity to Tampines West MRT Station, which attracts heavy commuter traffic," said a spokesperson.
The spokesperson also acknowledged that the problem is not fully resolved despite efforts.
Wee added: "We have been lamenting this situation for years and find that we continue to bear their nonsensical way of parking."
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Jul 9, 2025, 07:58am
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A Sembawang resident is fed up with the careless usage of mobility devices and bicycles. PHOTOS: STOMP
Deanna Wong
Submitted by Stomper Ang
A Sembawang resident is fed up with the careless usage of mobility devices and bicycles along pedestrian walkways.
Stomper Ang is further frustrated with what he feels is a lack of enforcement to tackle the issue at Sembawang Park Alley.
He said: "Despite my repeated feedback to the Land Transport Authority (LTA), the situation continues to deteriorate."
Ang filed a report to LTA on March 15, 2024, and again on June 10, 2025, attaching photos that show bicycles lined up by the side of the pedestrian walkway.
"Riders behave arrogantly, refusing to give way to pedestrians and treating the pathways as their exclusive domain," he said.
"I have personally had to intervene to prevent collisions with underage riders and cyclists riding fixie bikes without brakes, who nearly hit my wife at traffic lights and walkway."
Even more troubling to Ang was the illegal parking of bicycles along walkways to the MRT station.
"These bicycles block the narrow walkways and reduce space for pedestrians and riders alike," he explained.
"This persistent obstruction forces users into unsafe situations, yet there is no visible enforcement."
Ang felt that the situation has worsened over time, while significantly affecting the safety of other residents.
"If laws and regulations prohibit illegal bicycle parking, why is there no enforcement in practice?" he asked.
"This inaction effectively enables riders to disregard rules and ignore the safety of others."
In response to Ang's report on June 10, LTA said it does not install any form of physical barriers to keep paths barrier-free for all users.
The reply read: "To enhance safety, we will implement safety measures to slow down morning users approaching the station.
"There are existing signs to remind cyclists to park their bikes at designated locations."
Additionally, LTA confirmed there are ongoing works to increase bike parking facilities at Sembawang MRT station which are targeted to be completed by this year.
LTA is also working on educational banners to be placed along the columns, and has deployed enforcement officers to deter indiscriminate parking.
The situation will continue to be monitored.
View LTA's response to Ang's March 2024 report in the gallery.
Sembawang resident slams reckless cyclists, mobility device users for endangering pregnant wife
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A Sembawang resident is fed up with the careless usage of mobility devices and bicycles. PHOTOS: STOMP
Deanna Wong
Submitted by Stomper Ang
A Sembawang resident is fed up with the careless usage of mobility devices and bicycles along pedestrian walkways.
Stomper Ang is further frustrated with what he feels is a lack of enforcement to tackle the issue at Sembawang Park Alley.
He said: "Despite my repeated feedback to the Land Transport Authority (LTA), the situation continues to deteriorate."
Ang filed a report to LTA on March 15, 2024, and again on June 10, 2025, attaching photos that show bicycles lined up by the side of the pedestrian walkway.
"Riders behave arrogantly, refusing to give way to pedestrians and treating the pathways as their exclusive domain," he said.
"This reckless conduct has endangered my pregnant wife on multiple occasions, forcing her to dodge fast-approaching riders."I have personally had to intervene to prevent collisions with underage riders and cyclists riding fixie bikes without brakes, who nearly hit my wife at traffic lights and walkway."
Even more troubling to Ang was the illegal parking of bicycles along walkways to the MRT station.
"These bicycles block the narrow walkways and reduce space for pedestrians and riders alike," he explained.
"This persistent obstruction forces users into unsafe situations, yet there is no visible enforcement."
Ang felt that the situation has worsened over time, while significantly affecting the safety of other residents.
"If laws and regulations prohibit illegal bicycle parking, why is there no enforcement in practice?" he asked.
"This inaction effectively enables riders to disregard rules and ignore the safety of others."
In response to Ang's report on June 10, LTA said it does not install any form of physical barriers to keep paths barrier-free for all users.
The reply read: "To enhance safety, we will implement safety measures to slow down morning users approaching the station.
"There are existing signs to remind cyclists to park their bikes at designated locations."
Additionally, LTA confirmed there are ongoing works to increase bike parking facilities at Sembawang MRT station which are targeted to be completed by this year.
LTA is also working on educational banners to be placed along the columns, and has deployed enforcement officers to deter indiscriminate parking.
The situation will continue to be monitored.
View LTA's response to Ang's March 2024 report in the gallery.
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Aug 1, 2025, 02:43pm
Cherlynn Ng
Submitted by Stomper Koh Joo
No space, no problem?
A man was spotted cycling outside a supermarket in Yishun, even as the walkway was crowded with pedestrians.
Stomper Koh Joo shared a video of the incident that occurred outside FairPrice supermarket at Block 414 Yishun Ring Road on July 20, at around 10.30am.
In the video, the cyclist is seen using one leg to steer himself forward on his bicycle as he weaves through a throng of pedestrians.
He resumes cycling normally when he leaves the busy walkway.
The Stomper's video also zooms in on a no-riding sign on a lamppost.
Koh Joo said the incident left him "irritated", adding: "Our government has just imposed new rules for pavements and park connectors to keep everyone safe.
"What can we do if there are people who ride anywhere they like? Do you think such people will bother about rules?"
Koh Joo was referring to new enforcement measures and penalties regarding the proper use of pedestrian-only and cycling paths that kicked in on July 1.
PHOTO: THE STRAITS TIMES
First-time offenders convicted of riding on a pedestrian-only path can be fined up to $2,000 or jailed for up to three months, or both.
Man rides bicycle through crowd on narrow walkway outside Yishun supermarket
Cherlynn Ng
Submitted by Stomper Koh Joo
No space, no problem?
A man was spotted cycling outside a supermarket in Yishun, even as the walkway was crowded with pedestrians.
Stomper Koh Joo shared a video of the incident that occurred outside FairPrice supermarket at Block 414 Yishun Ring Road on July 20, at around 10.30am.
In the video, the cyclist is seen using one leg to steer himself forward on his bicycle as he weaves through a throng of pedestrians.
He resumes cycling normally when he leaves the busy walkway.
The Stomper's video also zooms in on a no-riding sign on a lamppost.
Koh Joo said the incident left him "irritated", adding: "Our government has just imposed new rules for pavements and park connectors to keep everyone safe.
"What can we do if there are people who ride anywhere they like? Do you think such people will bother about rules?"
Koh Joo was referring to new enforcement measures and penalties regarding the proper use of pedestrian-only and cycling paths that kicked in on July 1.
First-time offenders convicted of riding on a pedestrian-only path can be fined up to $2,000 or jailed for up to three months, or both.
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Aug 8, 2025, 04:37pm
Farah Daley
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Anonymous, Ling
Three separate incidents involving unsafe riding practices have raised concerns about personal mobility and bicycle safety on Singapore roads.
In one incident, a Stomper shared a photo of a personal mobility aid (PMA) user crossing a road in Yishun while holding a baby with one hand and steering the PMA with the other.
A woman was also seen riding pillion behind the man.
"Omg, one hand riding, the other hand carry a child," said the Stomper, who witnessed this on July 11 at about 3pm.
"Please stop this.
"One day, if an accident happens, that's it."
On the same day, Stomper Ling spotted a worrying sight at about 12.05pm near Block 106B Canberra Street, on the path towards Block 120C Canberra Crescent.
A woman was riding a Hello Ride shared bicycle with a passenger sitting in the front basket.
Separately, another Stomper shared a photo of two youths riding personal mobility devices (PMDs) in Hougang during peak hours.
He expressed frustration at what he described as reckless riding behaviour.
"These are the YP clowns that risk their lives and could cause accidents involving motorcyclists or drivers," said the Stomper.
"The Land Transport Authority (LTA) is deploying officers to disturb food delivery guys, but not tackling these kinds of problems.
"Nowadays, a lot of these YP with their modified devices on the road think they are damn smart or stylo."
He added that such riders are "irritating" to other road users.
"Hopefully, LTA can ban all these illegally modified devices and let the poor chaps doing food delivery have some peace of mind while trying to earn a living."
PMA user seen holding baby while crossing road, others spotted riding dangerously on bike and PMDs
Farah Daley
Submitted by Stomper
Anonymous, Ling
Three separate incidents involving unsafe riding practices have raised concerns about personal mobility and bicycle safety on Singapore roads.
In one incident, a Stomper shared a photo of a personal mobility aid (PMA) user crossing a road in Yishun while holding a baby with one hand and steering the PMA with the other.
A woman was also seen riding pillion behind the man.
"Omg, one hand riding, the other hand carry a child," said the Stomper, who witnessed this on July 11 at about 3pm.
"Please stop this.
"One day, if an accident happens, that's it."
On the same day, Stomper Ling spotted a worrying sight at about 12.05pm near Block 106B Canberra Street, on the path towards Block 120C Canberra Crescent.
A woman was riding a Hello Ride shared bicycle with a passenger sitting in the front basket.
Separately, another Stomper shared a photo of two youths riding personal mobility devices (PMDs) in Hougang during peak hours.
He expressed frustration at what he described as reckless riding behaviour.
"These are the YP clowns that risk their lives and could cause accidents involving motorcyclists or drivers," said the Stomper.
"The Land Transport Authority (LTA) is deploying officers to disturb food delivery guys, but not tackling these kinds of problems.
"Nowadays, a lot of these YP with their modified devices on the road think they are damn smart or stylo."
He added that such riders are "irritating" to other road users.
"Hopefully, LTA can ban all these illegally modified devices and let the poor chaps doing food delivery have some peace of mind while trying to earn a living."
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