A young couple was allegedly seen behaving inappropriately at the void deck of a public housing block in Choa Chu Kang, sparking concern among nearby residents over public decency and community safety. The incident reportedly took place at Block 609 Choa Chu Kang Street 62 during the evening hours, an area frequented by families and students.
According to an account shared with Chinese-language newspaper Shin Min Daily News, a female resident said she first became aware of the situation after her mother called her to look out from their corridor at around 8.30pm on January 26. From there, she noticed a couple engaging in intimate behaviour near a rubbish chute at the void deck below.
The resident described the pair as being in their 20s and said they remained in the area for about 10 minutes. She added that despite being in a public space within a Housing and Development Board (HDB) estate, the couple did not appear to be in a hurry to leave.
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A short video recorded by the resident later circulated online. In the footage, the woman was seen standing against a wall while using tissues to wipe her body, which were handed to her by the man beside her. She was also observed adjusting her clothing while remaining at the spot.
Reports stated that after the incident, the couple lingered at the void deck for several more minutes. They were seen tidying their clothes, sharing a brief kiss, smoking, and only then walking away together. Their prolonged presence further unsettled residents who felt the behaviour crossed acceptable boundaries for a shared residential area.
“I’ve never seen them around before, but this kind of conduct is really unacceptable,” the resident was quoted as saying. She also raised concerns about children potentially witnessing such scenes, given that the area is part of a family-oriented neighbourhood.
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When reporters visited the site days later, they observed that the location was tucked away beside a rubbish chute and partially concealed by pillars. While the block is situated near Unity Secondary School and experiences regular foot and vehicle traffic, the layout created a blind spot that reduced visibility.
Other residents interviewed said they were unaware of the incident until it was reported, but many expressed surprise and discomfort upon learning about it. One female resident commented that if the couple had been unable to restrain themselves, they should have gone home or checked into a hotel instead of using a public space.
A legal expert cited in the report noted that individuals caught committing indecent acts in public places in Singapore may face penalties including a fine, a jail term of up to three months, or both. The case has since reignited discussions around public behaviour, enforcement, and the use of shared spaces within HDB estates, particularly as concerns over community standards, neighbourhood safety, and property environment continue to be closely watched by residents and authorities alike.