Incident Overview

In a shocking incident that unfolded in Bukit Panjang, a 58-year-old man was apprehended for public drunkenness and vandalism in the early hours of September 30.

Eyewitness Reports

Eyewitnesses captured the scene where the man was seen throwing stones and dumping trash outside a residential block, causing significant disturbance to the neighborhood.

The police received a distress call around 12:30 AM, prompting them to dispatch officers to Block 106 Gangsa Road, where the unsettling events were taking place.

Video Evidence

Witness Jason, who reported the incident to Stomp, shared alarming footage showing the man in a blue T-shirt carelessly raising and smashing what appeared to be a block, shattering it into fragments resembling rocks.

Acts of Vandalism

In addition to his stone-throwing antics, the man was filmed emptying the contents of trash bags all over the walkway, creating a hazardous mess for both pedestrians and cyclists.

He reportedly kicked at residents' plant pots, adding to the chaos and disruption.

Witness Reactions

“The situation was incredibly unsafe,” Jason commented. “He was shouting incoherent gang slogans and hurling expletives, leaving debris like sharp metals scattered all over the place. It was a nightmare for everyone around.”

Police Response

Jason promptly contacted local authorities, and police responded within a mere 10 minutes.

As tensions rose, Jason noticed the man attempting to flee the chaos. He cleverly stayed in contact with the police while following the suspect.

Meanwhile, his girlfriend, monitoring the situation from a distance, spotted the man trying to hide on the third floor of the building and reported his location back to Jason.

Conclusion

“This wasn’t just an act of vandalism; it was frightening,” Jason added. “I’m relieved the police were quick to act and managed to apprehend him.”

The man, now in custody, is reportedly facing charges for public nuisance alongside his earlier charges. Investigations are ongoing as authorities seek to uncover the full scope of his bizarre midnight spree. Stay tuned as this story develops!