A 52-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly assaulting two active mobility enforcement officers during an enforcement operation in Ang Mo Kio.
The incident occurred when the man was suspected of using a non-compliant personal mobility device, according to the Land Transport Authority (LTA).
In a social media post on Oct. 12, LTA said the rider allegedly attacked the officers while they were carrying out their duties. The police subsequently arrested the man for voluntarily causing hurt to deter a public servant from carrying out his duty.
Investigations into the incident are ongoing.
Offence Can Carry Up To 7 Years’ Jail
Under Singapore law, voluntarily causing hurt to deter a public servant from performing their duty is a serious offence. Those convicted may face imprisonment of up to seven years, a fine, caning, or a combination of the prescribed punishments, depending on the applicable provisions and circumstances of the case.
LTA strongly condemned the alleged attack, stressing that it would not tolerate violence or abuse directed at its officers.
The authority added that it would work closely with the police to ensure that such incidents were dealt with firmly.
“We will work closely with the police to ensure that such acts are dealt with sternly,” LTA said.
The authority also reminded members of the public to cooperate with enforcement officers and follow their instructions during checks.
LTA Urges Public To Cooperate With Enforcement Officers
Enforcement officers play a role in ensuring that personal mobility devices and other active mobility equipment comply with Singapore’s regulations. Such checks are intended to improve safety for pedestrians and other road users.
LTA has reiterated the importance of complying with enforcement instructions, particularly when officers are conducting checks on potentially non-compliant devices.
The alleged assault serves as a reminder that members of the public should not resort to violence when approached by enforcement personnel.
The 52-year-old man’s case remains under investigation, and the allegations have yet to be tested in court.