A Singaporean man took to TikTok to share a harrowing experience after his car was vandalized and ransacked in the supposedly secure carpark of KSL D’Esplanade Residence. The incident occurred during a staycation on December 15, 2023, raising questions about the effectiveness of the security measures in place.
The victim, who posted on his TikTok page @thebluecarguy, seeking assistance in spreading awareness, detailed the events that transpired. On the evening of December 15, the Singaporean man parked his car at the residence, emphasizing that the location was “heavily guarded with security guards” and required keycard access for every floor, including the car park. The victim asserted that he had taken all necessary precautions to ensure the safety of his vehicle.
The following day, on December 16, 2023, at 10 am, the man and his friend discovered the shocking aftermath when they returned to the carpark to go for breakfast. The driver seat window had been smashed into pieces, despite no valuables being visible within the car. The victim reported having a laptop and portable charger stored in the boot, away from plain sight.
In a surprising turn of events, the thief not only smashed the window but also managed to unlock the doors and the boot, leaving the car in disarray. The victim expressed concern over the apparent lack of response from the security despite having an alarm system and a CarTrack device installed in the vehicle.
Undeterred, the Singaporean man took matters into his own hands, managing to obtain security footage that captured the perpetrator’s face, the act itself, and his escape. The TikTok post serves as both a cautionary tale and a plea for heightened vigilance, especially during the holiday season.
The incident has sparked discussions about the security protocols in place at seemingly secure locations and the need for authorities to address vulnerabilities. Travelers are urged to exercise caution and take additional measures to safeguard their belongings, even in areas deemed secure.
As the investigation unfolds, this incident serves as a stark reminder for both locals and tourists to remain vigilant and prioritize their safety, especially during the holiday season when criminal activities tend to increase.
What the victim said
“Hi all. Please help me to spread/repost/share.
On 15th December 2023, I drove in Johor for a staycation at KSL D’Esplanade Residence. I arrived and parked at the “heavily guarded with security guards and the need to have a keycard to access every floor including the carpark” at approximately 8pm. My friend and I, after parking, we did not go out with the car anymore and hence it was sitting in the carpark.
The following day, 16th December 2023, at 10am, both of us decided to go for Breakfast. We went to the carpark, and damn the shock when we saw that my driver seat window had been smashed into pieces. Funnily enough, there were NO VALUABLES placed in plain sight. I had a laptop and portable charger in a bag, but in the boot.The thief smashed my window, unlocked the doors and also the boot. Everything was ransacked and was in a mess.
My question was, where was the security when the alarm sounded because I definitely had an alarm. I even had a CarTrack device.
Anyways, I managed to get some security footage and we captured his face, the evidence he did the act, as well as his escape.
So please be careful whenever you’re travelling across, especially in this Holiday Season!”
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Source: TheBlueCarGuy on TikTok