Over 40 hospitalised after collision between two buses in Jurong West

A rear-end collision involving two double-decker buses along Jurong West Avenue 1 on the morning of 14 December, 2025, led to 44 people being taken to hospital. The incident occurred around 10.54am and involved buses operated by Tower Transit and SBS Transit.

The Land Transport Authority (LTA), along with the two bus operators, confirmed that a Tower Transit bus on service 98 collided into the rear of a stationary SBS Transit bus on service 99 at a traffic light.

Of those hospitalised, 42 were passengers and two were bus drivers. All were conveyed conscious to the hospital, according to the police. By 9pm, 23 had been discharged, while others remained warded in stable condition. Several were undergoing further medical review.

The Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) reported that one individual, trapped in the driver’s seat of one of the buses, had to be rescued using hydraulic equipment. SCDF personnel responded swiftly after being alerted to the accident and provided medical support on-site before transporting the injured.

In photos and video footage captured at the scene, multiple injured passengers could be seen seated or lying on the ground. One image showed a person lying inside one of the buses. The area was cordoned off, with SCDF and police personnel actively assisting.

A 49-year-old male bus driver is currently assisting the police with investigations. Authorities have not disclosed further details regarding the cause of the collision, which remains under investigation by LTA, Tower Transit, and SBS Transit.

Both operators have expressed regret over the incident. In a joint statement with LTA, they apologised for the distress caused and affirmed their commitment to supporting those injured and their families.

“The injured from both buses have been conveyed to the hospital and are receiving medical attention,” said the statement. “We are reaching out to the injured and their family members to provide the necessary support.”

The National Transport Workers’ Union (NTWU) also addressed the incident, noting that bus captains involved were union members. NTWU executive secretary Yeo Wan Ling, who is also assistant secretary-general of the National Trades Union Congress, said, “Our immediate concern is for the well-being of everyone involved.”

She added that the union is working with both operators and relevant authorities to support affected members and their families. “We wish all who were affected a smooth and speedy recovery,” she said.

Senior Minister of State for Transport Murali Pillai expressed gratitude to first responders and shared well wishes for the injured. “I am deeply grateful to our responders who did a superb job in dealing with the situation,” he said in a Facebook post. “My thoughts are also with all who sustained injuries. Wishing them a full and speedy recovery.”

Passengers who were on board the affected buses are advised to contact Tower Transit at 1800 248 0950 or via email at [email protected]. They may also reach SBS Transit at 1800 287 2727 or [email protected] for assistance.