Shocking Incident in Singapore: Resident Hangs Whole Chicken from Balcony, Neighbours Outraged!

In a bizarre and attention-grabbing incident that has left residents of Jalan Besar scratching their heads, a whole chicken was spotted hanging from a laundry pole outside an HDB unit on October 8. The unusual sight took place at 642 Rowell Road, capturing the interest of a woman and her family who couldn’t believe what they were seeing.

Photos sent to a popular crowdsourced news platform, Stomp, reveal the sizeable chicken dangling precariously from an upper-floor balcony. The family was astonished by this peculiar display, with the woman remarking, “This one really caught our eyes; amazing!” However, the spectacle turned sour as they noticed liquid dripping from the chicken, ruining their clean clothes hanging below.

This incident has raised questions about both legality and hygiene. The concerned neighbour wondered aloud, “I’m curious what special dish they're preparing. Is this even legal for the poor hen?” It appears that the unusual culinary method got on the wrong side of local regulations, prompting her to report the situation to the Jalan Besar Town Council.

Quickly responding to the complaint, town council officials paid a visit to the residents and ensured that the chicken was promptly removed from its unusual perch.

Interestingly, this is not an isolated occurrence in Singapore. A somewhat similar event happened just last year when a resident at Bukit Batok decided to hang pork belly outside their window. This resulted in the savoury meat dripping soy sauce all over a neighbour's freshly washed clothes. In a post to the COMPLAINT SINGAPORE Facebook group, resident Bob Tan expressed his frustrations, sharing photos of the offending pork bellies that had led to this culinary disaster.

The community's response was swift, with many urging Tan to take action against his neighbour by contacting the relevant authorities, including the National Environment Agency (NEA) and the Housing and Development Board (HDB).

As Singaporeans continue to share their opinions about hygiene practices and neighbourhood etiquette, incidents like these serve as a reminder of the quirky—and at times, controversial—ways that local culture and food traditions intersect. What other unseen surprises could be lurking in the balconies of HDB flats? Stay tuned!