A teenage boy was reportedly seen in a disoriented and unstable state near Junction 8 in Bishan, allegedly after using a “Kpod” vape. Eyewitnesses described the boy as “zombified” and “vibrating” on the overhead bridge leading to the bus stop. Concerned passersby quickly alerted the authorities, and police officers arrived at the scene to apprehend the youth. He was subsequently conveyed to the hospital for further medical assessment.
Social media exploded with reactions, as Singaporeans voiced their fears and frustrations over the worsening vape crisis, particularly involving the younger generation. Many commenters expressed horror at the incident, with one comparing it to a “zombie apocalypse” hitting local communities.
Public Demands Action Against Kpod Vapes and Suppliers
The incident has sparked a wave of concern across social media, with residents urging stronger enforcement and punishment. Some netizens are calling for harsher penalties, including long-term jail sentences, caning, or even the death penalty for traffickers and distributors of illicit vape products.
Several commenters highlighted the ease with which such products appear to be entering Singapore, blaming weak border control and insufficient screening at checkpoints like Woodlands and Tuas. Suggestions for combating the growing problem included mandatory checks on all vehicles entering the country and the establishment of halfway houses for rehabilitation.
Others emphasised the importance of community vigilance. “If every member of the public does our part and reports such activities, we can stop it,” wrote one commenter. Another suggested that schools conduct random bag checks to deter students from carrying vape products.
Singapore Grapples With Growing Vape Epidemic Among Youths
What started as a trendy alternative to smoking has now become a national health concern. Kpod vapes, in particular, have been linked to intense side effects that mimic those of narcotic substances. With teens reportedly suffering from seizures, hallucinations and episodes of unconsciousness, many fear these products are being laced with harmful substances.
Parents expressed heartbreak and helplessness, with some blaming peer influence and lack of awareness. Others urged the government to act swiftly to tighten regulations and implement education programmes in schools to highlight the dangers of vaping.
Despite vaping being banned in Singapore, the underground market remains active. Calls to report vaping-related offences have increased, and the Health Sciences Authority (HSA) has provided a dedicated online platform for the public to submit tips anonymously.
As public sentiment continues to boil, the government may soon face growing pressure to take more aggressive measures against this rising threat — before more of Singapore’s youth fall victim to what many are calling a silent epidemic.
Source: Collin