SMRT train hits stationary train at Joo Koon MRT station; 25 injured
SMRT and LTA said the train behind a stalled train “moved forward unexpectedly” and “came into contact” with the first train.
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Christopher Tan Senior Transport Correspondent
SINGAPORE - An SMRT train hit a stationary one at the Joo Koon MRT station platform around 8am on Wednesday (Nov 15) during the morning peak hour when trains are usually packed.
The Straits Times understands that the incident has to do with a malfunction of the new signalling system.
The SMRT and Land Transport Authority (LTA) said in a statement that at 8.18am, a train heading westwards in the direction of Tuas Link station stalled at Joo Koon station on the East-West Line.
About a minute later, a second train stopped behind the first train but soon after moved forward unexpectedly and "came into contact with the first train".
A total of 23 passengers and two SMRT staff sustained light to moderate injuries and were taken conscious to the National University Hospital and Ng Teng Fong General Hospital.
The Singapore Civil Defence Force was alerted around 8.30am.
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So you still want to use driverless trains ??? Where was the safety mechanism in this incident ?
Are our mrt system safe to travel Mr Khaw ???
Will the honourable Minister take responsibility and resign for this incident ?