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Singapore teens bike chaos sparks backlash
Singapore teens ride bikes through CBD, drawing social media anger.
In brief
Singapore teens ride bikes through CBD, drawing social media anger. Singapore teens cycling through Central Business District on November 6 face backlash for violating safety rules. Originally reported by Malay Mail.
Video shows teens cycling
A video posted on November 8 shows nearly 50 teens cycling through Singapore's Central Business District.
Teens ride on November 6
The incident happened on November 6 in Raffles Quay, Shenton Way and Keppel Road.
Police response
Police sirens were heard and an officer approached the group before the video cut off.
Social media backlash
Social media users criticized the teens for risky behavior and tagged Land Transport Authority and Police Force.
Safety concerns
Jordyn Kong said teens should have safety lights, helmets and knee guards to reduce injury risk.
Existing rules
Fixed-gear bicycles without brakes are illegal and night riders need front and rear lights.
New regulations
From June 1, keeping non-UL2272 e-scooters is an offence with fines up to S$2,000 and three months jail.
The headline
Singapore teens cycling through Central Business District on November 6 face backlash for violating safety rules.
