In the hustle and bustle of Haig Road Market and Food Centre, a peculiar incident unfolded on Thursday (Dec 14) that left both customers and stall owners scratching their heads.
The source of the commotion? A woman, adamant about securing free beancurds, took her frustration to a whole new level, alleging discrimination in the process, according to Shin Min Daily News.
What happened?
The trouble began at 11 am when a woman approached the stall, requesting a portion of free beancurd to take away.
The stall owner, Yang, explained the policy—free beancurds were exclusively for dining customers due to the container’s lack of a lid. Despite attempts to clarify and accommodate, the woman vehemently opposed, creating a scene.
Undeterred, the woman returned at 1 pm, seeking not one but two additional packets of the coveted beancurd. The stall staff reiterated the policy, but her demands persisted, causing further disruption and frustration.
In the spirit of customer service, the stall owner and staff attempted to accommodate the woman’s requests, even providing a lid for her takeaway. Yet, the situation escalated as the woman continued to make demands.
Accused the stall of “discrimination”
Amid the chaos, the woman leveled accusations of discrimination. Yang, bewildered by the claims, expressed that the policy applied uniformly to all customers, and no discrimination was involved.
Frustrated by the ongoing disruption, several customers decided to involve the authorities, leading to a call to the police after the beancurds ran out of stock. Two officers arrived, adding an unexpected twist to the saga.
The presence of police officers at the hawker centre became a spectacle, with onlookers buzzing about the unfolding drama. The officers, tasked with mediating the situation, remained on-site for more than 30 minutes.
Eyewitnesses shared their accounts of the incident, each adding a unique perspective to the unfolding drama. The reactions ranged from amusement to bewilderment as the saga continued to captivate the crowd.
With the free beancurds depleted and the atmosphere tense, the aftermath of the incident left the stall grappling with the consequences. Frustrated customers, denied their share of the promotion, voiced their discontent.