The first day of Chinese New Year is usually a time for family and celebrations. But for passengers on bus 102 in Singapore, the morning of January 29, 2025, became anything but ordinary.
As the bus neared Punggol Park, something unexpected blocked the bus lane—a turtle spotted in the bus lane, directly in the vehicle’s path!
Bus Driver Avoids a Close Call
The attentive bus driver carefully maneuvered the bus around the turtle, avoiding a potential accident and ensuring the safety of both the passengers and the animal.
According to Neil, who was a passenger on the bus, the driver’s actions set the stage for what happened next.
“Indiana Jones Got Nothing on Me”
In a moment that felt like something out of a movie, Neil decided to act. Without waiting for anyone else to step in, he jumped off the bus, ran into the road, and picked up the turtle. 
He then carried it to safety, releasing it back into Punggol Park.
Neil later jokes, “Indiana Jones got nothing on me,” adding a lighthearted touch to the unusual event.
Community Appreciation
The bus driver thanked Humphreys, and fellow passengers acknowledged his deed with thumbs-up gestures. The event was shared on his Facebook account, where many commended his actions.
One commenter humorously inquired about the turtle’s species and potential reactions during handling, to which Humphreys replied that he was solely focused on saving a life.
Another commenter jested about the auspiciousness of encountering a turtle on the first day of Chinese New Year, suggesting it might bring good fortune.
Overall, the comments were filled with appreciation and well-wishes, with many thanking Humphreys and the bus driver for their kindness and expressing hopes for a positive start to the new year.
About Neil Humphreys
Neil Humphreys, born on December 5, 1974, in Dagenham, London, is a British author and columnist based in Singapore.
He moved to Singapore in 1996 and has since written extensively about life in the country.
Humphreys is well known for Notes from an Even Smaller Island, a humorous take on Singaporean culture, as well as his Inspector Low crime series, which includes Marina Bay Sins, Rich Kill Poor Kill, and Bloody Foreigners.
Beyond writing, he is also a radio host and podcaster, contributing to various media platforms in Singapore and beyond.
This unexpected encounter on Chinese New Year highlights the compassion and quick thinking of individuals like Neil, making the day memorable for all involved.
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