SINGAPORE – In a disturbing incident that has captured the attention of the public, local police are currently investigating a video that surfaced showing boys violently assaulting a pupil from Qihua Primary School. The video, which was shared on Telegram on September 20, depicts harrowing footage of a larger boy in a black T-shirt repeatedly punching a smaller boy in the stomach.

According to a statement from Qihua Primary School released on September 23, the school is aware of the situation and has taken action by counseling the affected students while collaborating with their parents to ensure a supportive environment for those involved. The school emphasized the importance of peer support and encouraged students to report any bullying incidents to their teachers immediately.

The 43-second clip shows the troubling attack in detail, with a bystander heard urging, “Again, again,” in Malay, demonstrating a lack of intervention from peers during the violent episode. The assault escalates as the larger boy continues to hit the smaller pupil and even delivers a kick to his stomach. Disturbingly, another boy in a grey hoodie joins in, exacerbating the situation.

While specific details regarding the timing of the incident remain undisclosed, it is clear that such acts of aggression are not isolated. Earlier this month, authorities also investigated a separate bullying incident involving secondary school students, further demonstrating an ongoing issue with bullying in schools.

The Ministry of Education reported that since 2013, bullying incidents have been consistently low, with only two incidents reported for every 1,000 primary pupils. Nonetheless, incidents like these signal a deep-rooted concern, prompting schools to educate students on establishing personal boundaries, taking a stand against bullying behaviors, and seeking adult intervention.

As investigations continue, many members of the public are left asking: What more can be done to protect our children from such brutal acts? The community's call for action grows louder as the need for comprehensive anti-bullying initiatives becomes ever more evident.

Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as authorities work to ensure the safety and well-being of all students involved.