The infamous racist lecturer from Ngee Ann Polytechnic, Tan Boon Lee, has issued a public apology on his newly created Facebook account.
In the post put up on 9 July, he said that he was sorry and apologized to everyone he had hurt with his words.
He said:
“I don’t have a Facebook account before. I am creating this Facebook because I want to convey my apology to the public.
On 5 June 2021, I had an encounter in public with Mr Dave Parkash and his partner, Ms Jacqueline Ho. During that encounter, I made several unwelcome comments about cross‐cultural relationships. The comments were unacceptable. I am deeply sorry for what I said.
What happened that evening was out of character for me. I have been struggling with a personal matter which has caused me much grief and pain. Nevertheless, my personal problems are no excuse for my actions. I have apologised to Mr Parkash, Ms Ho, and their families. I now wish to apologise to those in the wider Singaporean community whom I have hurt and offended with my words.
The incident has prompted me to dig deep and reflect on my own behaviour and motivations. I realise now that although I spoke from a place of deep personal pain, my words were bigoted, discriminatory, and insensitive. I recognise my shortcomings and wish to learn from this incident. With the support of my family, friends, and I hope the wider community, I will work on my flaws to ensure that I do not make this mistake again.
Tan Boon Lee”
Images source: Dave Park Ash Facebook