In a rather peculiar incident at Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park on 15 November, a woman’s questionable actions have sparked concern among park-goers.

She was seen behaving suspiciously and dumping expired milk powder into a pond at the Bishan-Ang Mo Kio Park, catching the attention of a passer-by who alerted the park staff, according to Shin Min Daily News.

Pond becomes dumping ground

Hu, a 36-year-old clerk, was enjoying a leisurely stroll with her daughter around 9:25 am when she noticed a woman acting suspiciously near a pond.

Upon closer inspection, Hu was startled to see the woman pouring what appeared to be milk powder into the pond.

Concerned about the impact on the pond’s ecosystem, Hu approached the woman and reminded her that feeding fish in the park was not allowed

However, the woman allegedly refused to heed the warning and continued pouring the rest of the expired milk powder into the pond, as the water turned cloudy and the fishes swam away, before throwing the package into the pond as well.

Hu decided to document the incident with a photograph before walking away and reporting the incident to the park staff, providing them with the photographic evidence she had captured, as the staff then commenced a search for the woman.

Possible risks to the ecosystem

Adding expired milk powder to a pond might seem like a harmless act to some, but the potential risks are significant. The introduction of foreign substances into the water can disrupt the natural habitat, causing harm to aquatic life. Fish, in particular, may face adverse effects, and the water quality could be compromised.

Dear All,

I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to seek advice and help for a series of escalating issues that I have been facing since the arrival of a new tenant on the 3rd floor in July 2023.

The tenant, M, has not only impersonated my property agent, causing disputes with my neighbor, but has also entered my residence without permission on multiple occasions, instructing me on the placement of my wifi and insisting on wrapping my modem with aluminum foil. Despite my explicit requests for him not to enter my home, these disruptions persist.

The most concerning incident occurred at around 12:30 am on 15th Nov 2023 when M reported a non-existent emergency to the Singapore Police Force. Subsequently, police officers/M knocked on my door, my helper’s (back)door, and continuously rang the loud call bell, disturbing the entire household while we were asleep at 12.30am. This action appears to be an absurd attempt to enforce his opinions about my modem placement, which is both unnecessary and unreasonable.

The nature of the complaint, as I understand it, pertained to the placement of my modem within my property.

While I understand the importance of addressing concerns raised by community members, I am perplexed as to why such a matter required urgent attention in the middle of the night. This incident caused significant disruption to my household, waking up my young son, my helper and myself.

I am seeking clarification on the protocols that led to this late-night visit, especially considering there was no imminent threat or emergency. I believe a more reasonable approach could have been taken, such as addressing the matter during regular hours.

I appreciate the police officers attention to this matter and look forward to understanding the circumstances that led to the midnight police visit.

I am deeply troubled by the lack of privacy and the unwarranted disruptions caused by M’s actions and the police officer during the midnight for where to locate my wifi modem. I kindly seek everyone advice for me in resolving this matter promptly and ensuring the peaceful enjoyment of my rented premises. I believe this situation warrants urgent attention to prevent further disturbances.

Thank you for any advice and assistance in addressing this matter. I look forward to a swift resolution.

Sincerely,

In a recent legal development, former Singapore Idol judge Ken Lim Chih Chiang is poised to undergo five distinct trials, each relating to alleged offenses against five different female victims.

This decision comes after a district judge sided with the defense, rejecting the prosecution’s bid to consolidate six of the seven charges into a single trial, according to TODAY.

The charges against the 59-year-old include one count of allegedly using criminal force to outrage the modesty of a person and six charges of purportedly insulting the modesty of a woman through words, sound, or gesture.

These allegations are said to have been committed against five female victims, whose identities remain protected under a court order.

Deputy Public Prosecutor (DPP) Gail Wong sought a joint trial for all seven charges, arguing that the offenses committed by Lim shared a “common thread.”

According to Wong, the charges, all involved women whom Lim was engaging for work. She contended that a consolidated trial would allow for a more efficient examination of the evidence, drawing a parallel with a person facing multiple cheating charges.

In response, defense counsel Tan Chee Meng vehemently objected to the joint trial, asserting that the charges lacked factual similarity. He emphasized that there was no indication that the victims were related or knew each other.

Additionally, Meng pointed out that the alleged offenses did not overlap in time, and the locations where they were supposedly committed were inconsistent.

Meng further highlighted the differences in the descriptions of the acts allegedly carried out by Lim, underlining the unique nature of each charge.

He argued that a joint trial would be prejudicial to Lim, creating significant difficulties in preparing and presenting a robust defense.

“Justice hurried is justice buried,” remarked Mr. Tan, emphasizing the defense’s commitment to ensuring a proper and fair trial.

Despite the challenges posed by multiple trials, Tan expressed the belief that each charge should be examined individually, stating, “If he has to go to five trials, then let it go to five trials.”

Recap

59-year-old former “Singapore Idol” judge Ken Lim Chih Chiang was slapped with a seventh charge on 20 September, according to Channel NewsAsia, where he stands accused of insulting the modesty of a woman during a discussion about a career in music.

According to the latest charge sheet, the incident took place during a conversation on 25 July 2012 about a career in music, where Lim allegedly made inappropriate remarks to a woman at the Hype Records office, asking her, “are you a virgin” and “what if I have s– with you right now.”

Lim is currently facing seven charges in total involving five alleged victims. The identities of these victims are protected by a court-issued gag order.

He was previously charged earlier this year for allegedly molesting a 25-year-old woman at his Hype Records office back in 2021, before being hauled back to court on 28 June to face an additional 5 more charges for insulting the modesty of three women.

Lim’s legal troubles began earlier this year when he was charged with allegedly molesting a 25-year-old woman at the Hype Records office on November 23, 2021. The specific allegation involved inappropriate touching of the woman’s chest through skin-to-skin contact.

In addition to the initial charge, four new charges have been brought against Lim. These charges pertain to incidents that occurred between 1998 and 2013, all taking place in the Hype Records office. These incidents involve three female artistes associated with the record label.

According to the charge sheets, Lim allegedly made suggestive remarks to the artistes regarding their songwriting. In one instance, he asked a female artiste about her virginity, questioning how she could write deeper songs if she lacked experience with intercourse.

Another allegation claims that Lim requested a female artiste to write her “obscene fantasies as homework” while offering himself as a potential partner. Moreover, there are reports of Lim gesturing and insinuating obscene activities when conversing with one of the artistes, suggesting a transactional nature.

One of the charges involves an incident that occurred between 1998 and 1999 at Lim’s home. It is alleged that he showed one of the victims an obscene video featuring a woman engaging in intercourse with multiple men.

If convicted for insulting a woman’s modesty, Lim could face imprisonment for up to one year, a fine, or both. In the case of molestation, the potential penalties include imprisonment for up to two years, a fine, caning, or any combination thereof. However, as Lim is above the age of 50, caning would not apply in his case.

The East Coast of Singapore witnessed a dramatic incident on November 16, 2023, when a Bentley driver and a lorry driver found themselves in a heated confrontation after a collision near a private residential estate.

The clash, which occurred at the intersection of East Coast Drive and East Coast Terrace at around 4:30 pm, left both vehicles damaged, according to Shin Min Daily News.

The accident

The aftermath of the collision depicted a damaged Bentley on the right-hand side and a lorry with front left-side damage. Although the vehicles were promptly removed from the road, remnants of the Bentley lay scattered on the nearby grass patch.

According to a resident living nearby who spoke to SMDN, the Bentley driver was apparently a foreigner who was with his Chinese wife at the time, and the lorry driver was purportedly a migrant worker from India.

The lorry driver told SMDN that he was driving across the intersection at the time when he collided with the Bentley, and the latter allegedly acted violently towards him and pushed him.

He said that he has since reported the incident to the police at the behest of his company, as well as seeing a doctor and getting a three-day sick leave.

Another resident told the Chinese Daily that the Bentley driver was very angry and emotional after the collision and took his frustrations out on the lorry driver, asking him “what if my child was inside my car?” as well as pushing and swearing at him.

Fearing the situation would escalate, the resident then stepped in between them.

Aftermath

The lorry driver’s company also weighed in and said that they have contacted the insurance company of the Bentley driver, and they also highlighted how their employees shouldn’t be treated in such a way.

Confirming the incident, the Singapore Police Force stated that a police report was lodged, and investigations are underway. This official response adds a layer of authority to the ongoing proceedings, indicating the seriousness of the situation.

The Singapore Civil Defence Force reported that two individuals were assessed for minor injuries at the accident scene. However, both declined hospital conveyance.