The Police have arrested four men, aged between 18 and 31, for their suspected involvement in a case of rioting armed with deadly weapon.
Fight at Boat Quay
On 13 July 2023 at 2.56am, the Police were alerted to a case of a fight between two groups along Boat Quay. A 22-year-old man sustained multiple lacerations on his head, arms and face. He was conveyed conscious to the hospital. Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim was known to the assailant, who had purportedly assaulted the victim with a baton in a scuffle, after a dispute.
Through ground enquiries and with the aid of images from Police cameras, officers from Central Police Division established the identities of the persons involved and arrested them. An extended baton was recovered and seized as a case exhibit.
Two men, aged between 18 and 22, will be charged on 27 July 2023 with the offence of rioting armed with deadly weapon under Section 148 of the Penal Code 1871. The offence carries an imprisonment term of up to 10 years and caning. Police investigations are ongoing.
The Police will spare no effort to apprehend those who commit violence and will take firm action against them in accordance with the law.
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Under Singapore’s Penal Code, individuals involved in a fight can face serious legal consequences, including:
- Assault: If a person uses force to cause injury to another person, it is considered assault. The severity of the offense depends on the level of harm caused and whether any weapons were involved.
- Voluntarily Causing Hurt: If someone intentionally causes hurt or injury to another person, they can be charged with voluntarily causing hurt.
- Rioting: Engaging in violent behavior in a public place with a group of five or more individuals can be considered rioting. Rioting is a serious offense with severe penalties.
- Unlawful Assembly: Gathering with the intention of committing a crime, even if the assembly does not turn violent, can be considered an unlawful assembly.
Singapore’s authorities are vigilant in enforcing these laws to maintain public order and safety. If you witness or are involved in a fight, it is essential to refrain from participating in violence and instead seek assistance from law enforcement or security personnel to handle the situation appropriately.