Auxiliary cop in vegetative state after drunk driving crash

A police officer in Singapore is in a vegetative state after being hit by a drunk driver. The incident occurred on March 24, 2023, at the Tuas Checkpoint. Mr. Ng Yi Shu, 30, was about to get married and move into a new flat. Mr. Ng's brother, Alex Ng, shared that their family was devastated by the accident. Mr. Ng is now unable to speak or walk and requires tube feeding. He was injured when Yoong Kok Kai, 44, crashed into him while driving almost double the legal alcohol limit. Yoong was sentenced to three years and six months in prison for dangerous driving. The accident has had a significant impact on everyone close to Mr. Ng. His girlfriend continued to visit him regularly but eventually had to move on. Mr. Alex Ng expressed deep sorrow over his brother's condition, which he feels is akin to death. After the crash, Mr. Ng underwent several surgeries but remains permanently incapacitated. The family is dealing with heavy medical bills exceeding $455,000, with most covered by Mr. Ng's employer, Certis. Mr. Ng's father has taken on the role of caregiver after resigning from his job. He visits Mr. Ng every day to provide support. The family feels the pain of the situation deeply, as life as they knew it has changed forever. Yoong, who had been drinking for hours before the crash, lost control while speeding. The damage he caused was extensive. While Certis has provided ongoing support to the family, the Ng family feels that justice has not brought them closure. They struggle with the memories of who Mr. Ng was before the accident.