The LRT line had a train fault and commuters were seen walking along the Bukit Panjang LRT.

A video was uploaded on social media with commuters looking confused about why the LRT has stopped.

Here is what SMRT said:

At about 9.05am this morning, a train fault occurred on the Bukit Panjang Light Rail Transit network between Keat Hong and South View stations. Our staff was deployed on site within five minutes to facilitate service recovery.

In-train and station announcements were made to inform commuters that a shuttle train service was operated between Choa Chu Kang and Bukit Panjang stations, and free regular bus services were available between those stations. There was additional train travel time of up to 10 minutes between Choa Chu Kang and Bukit Panjang stations. A loop train service was operated between Bukit Panjang and Senja stations.

There were 48 commuters in the stalled train, which had maintained lights and air-conditioning.

As the faulty train could not be pushed out immediately, our staff was deployed at about 9.40am to assist the commuters in the train and guide them safely to Keat Hong station. Priority was given to the elderly and children.

Traction power was turned off, and SCDF staff was activated as a precautionary measure during the detrainment process.

At about 9.50am, all 48 commuters arrived safely at Keat Hong station. There were no reports of commuters needing medical attention.

At about 12pm, the train was withdrawn to the depot for further checks.

Regular train service resumed at 12.05pm.

We apologise to commuters who were affected this morning.

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A video has been circulating on social media, a man was seen trying to assault a security guard at a carpark.

The security guard could be seen moving backwards and retreating while a man was charging against him in an offensive stance.

The video was captioned with the following information.

Yet another case of security guard being assaulted. 21 May 2022

License plate coming up soon. Please help identify the culprit. Ang Moh wanted to leave car in driveway while collecting stuff. Ignoring instructions from security.

The second part of the video showed a zoomed-in version of the CCTV where the ang moh could be seen pulling his arm back before allegedly throwing a fist.

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A video of a man travelling in an MRT along the North-South line was recorded by a commuter.

The man was seen wearing 3 face masks on his face, forehead and on top of his hair.

Here are what netizens think:

It is unclear why he is wearing the mask on other parts of his head.

• A netizen said: “this is the ultimate protection” .

• Another commented that “he is using it cover his bald patch”

• Protection for brain and forehead

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Photos and videos of the Police covering up a body at Clementi are circulating on social media.

Netizens uploaded the video and stated that the incident happened at Clementi and said:

“Happened at Clementi. Heard a loud thump. RIP.”

The police could be seen in a video covering up the body on top of a sheltered walkway.

According to 8world, the incident took place at  HDB Flat 441B, Clementi Avenue 3.

Police said investigations are ongoing.

Seek help

If you are someone or know someone that is in need of help you can call the following numbers for assistance:

• Samaritans of Singapore (24 hrs): 1800-221-4444
• Singapore Association for Mental Health: 1800-283-7019
• Institute of Mental Health Mobile Crisis Service (24 hrs): 6389-2222
• National Care Hotline: 1800-202-6868

Tinkle Friend Helpline (for primary school-aged children): 1800-274-4788

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Malaysia announced yesterday (May 23) that they will be banning the export of chicken to ensure that there is enough supply in the country.

It is unclear how long the ban will last, Malaysian media reported that the ban will last until the price in the domestic market stabalises.

Here is what SFA said:

Approximately 34% of Singapore’s chicken imports in 2021 are from Malaysia (almost all are imported as live chickens which are slaughtered and chilled in Singapore).

SFA is closely monitoring the situation on imports from Malaysia and working with stakeholders, such as importers to minimise the impact on our chicken supply. For example, they will activate their supply chains to increase imports of chilled chicken from alternative sources, increase import of frozen chicken from existing non-Malaysia suppliers, or draw from their stocks of poultry.

While there may be temporary disruptions to the supply of chilled chicken, frozen chicken options remain available to mitigate the shortfall. We strongly encourage consumers to play their part by being open to switching choices within and across food groups (such as consuming frozen chicken instead of chilled) as well as other sources of meat products. We also advise consumers to buy only what they need.

The Police have arrested a 51-year-old man for his suspected involvement in a series of theft from motor vehicles.

On 21 May 2022 at about 8.20am, the Police were alerted to an incident at the back lane of Lorong 27A Geylang, where a vehicle windscreen was smashed and the cashcard was found missing.

Officers from Bedok Police Division responded to the incident and discovered that other vehicles parked in the vicinity were found to be damaged as well. There were a total of six vehicles that were broken into and the cashcards were missing from the vehicles. Through ground enquiries and with the aid of images from Police cameras, officers from Bedok Police Division established the identity of the man and arrested him on 22 May 2022. One EZ-link card and five cashcards were recovered and seized as case exhibits.

The man will be charged in court on 24 May 2022 with theft under Section 379 of the Penal Code 1871, which carries an imprisonment term of up to three years, a fine, or both.

PUBLIC AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
23 May 2022 @ 4:35 PM