Yishun Driver Charged With Drug Driving After Rubbish Chute Crash, June 08

A 32-year-old man was charged in court on June 8 with multiple traffic offences after his Mercedes-Benz crashed into a rubbish chute at Block 150 Yishun Street 11 on June 6. The driver, Sivakandesh, was allegedly under the influence of methamphetamine at the time. He was already disqualified from driving until June 22, 2026. The case highlights Singapore’s enforcement of drug-driving laws and penalties for operating vehicles while impaired.

What Happened at the Crash Scene

On June 6 at 5.58pm, Sivakandesh allegedly consumed methamphetamine at the carpark at Block 150 Yishun Street 11, then drove his car. The vehicle struck two concrete bollards, a parked car, and the rubbish chute before stopping. According to court documents, Sivakandesh failed to maintain proper control of the vehicle. He also allegedly removed the vehicle’s registration plates after the accident and left the scene.

Charges and Legal Penalties

Sivakandesh was charged with five offences on June 8, including driving while under the influence of methamphetamine, driving without due care and attention, leaving the scene of an accident, driving with a suspended licence, and insufficient third-party risk insurance. For drug driving, first-time offenders face up to 12 months jail, a fine up to SGD 10,000, or both. Repeat offenders can be jailed up to two years and fined up to SGD 20,000.

Prior Disqualification and Arrest

Court documents show Sivakandesh was already disqualified from holding or obtaining a driving licence for all vehicle classes from July 23, 2024, to June 22, 2026. The reasons for this earlier disqualification were not disclosed. After the crash, police arrested him following a five-hour standoff at a nearby Housing Board flat. A stun device and suspected drug paraphernalia were found in the vehicle and the flat. He was granted bail of SGD 25,000, and his case was adjourned to July for further mention.

Final Thoughts

Sivakandesh faces serious penalties if convicted of drug driving while already disqualified. His case underscores Singapore’s zero-tolerance approach to impaired driving and enforcement of traffic safety laws.

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