Lorry driver arrested after crashing into Jit Poh Building, suspected of drug abuse
A 32-year-old man was arrested after crashing a lorry into the Jit Poh Building on Keppel Road on 23 May 2025. No injuries were reported. Police said he is under investigation for a rash act, while his suspected drug abuse has been referred to the CNB.
- A 32-year-old man crashed a lorry into the Jit Poh Building on Keppel Road at about 10.15am on 23 May 2025.
- He was arrested for a rash act and suspected drug abuse, with the latter referred to the CNB.
- No injuries were reported, but the building’s loading bay was damaged, and police deployed multiple units, including K-9 teams.
A lorry driver was arrested on the morning of 23 May 2025 after crashing into the Jit Poh Building along Keppel Road.
The incident occurred at about 10.15am, when the 32-year-old man drove the lorry into the building wall at 19 Keppel Road, damaging the loading and unloading bay area.
Police confirmed that no injuries were reported.
Arrest and charges
The man was arrested for committing a rash act. He is also being investigated for suspected drug abuse, with the case referred to the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB).
In a statement, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said investigations into the full circumstances of the incident are ongoing.
Damage and disruption reported
Chinese-language daily Shin Min Daily News reported that the lorry ploughed into the building’s loading zone, partially blocking access.
A cleaner working nearby said the impact damaged part of the building’s wall, and the lorry came to a stop obstructing the loading bay.
The police cordoned off an alley beside the building to facilitate investigations.
Heavy police presence
Eyewitnesses described a significant police response.
At least three police vehicles were deployed to the site, and officers with police dogs were seen at the location by noon.
A passer-by told Shin Min that the alley next to the building remained closed until at least 2pm to allow investigations to continue.
Witness accounts
A migrant worker nearby said he heard loud shouting from the alley shortly after the crash but was unaware of the cause at the time.
Further reports suggested that following the crash, the man went into the Bangladesh High Commission, located on the fourth floor of the Jit Poh Building, where he allegedly caused a disturbance before being apprehended.
Investigations ongoing
Authorities have not released further details on the driver’s motives or state of mind.
The SPF has stated that investigations are continuing, and further updates will be provided when available.
