In a surprising turn of events at Block 66 Kallang Bahru, a python’s presence near a local coffee shop sparked both concern and an unintended consequence. On the evening of November 16, a group of diners took it upon themselves to deal with the python, fearing potential harm to others, according to Shin Min Daily News.
The Python Encounter
The python, measuring approximately one meter in length, was initially spotted inside a drain just a few meters away from the coffee shop.
Worried about the safety of fellow patrons, the group of diners expressed their concerns about the python potentially entering the coffee shop.
A 42-year-old construction worker named Huang, among the concerned diners, shared that the group spent around 20 minutes attempting to pull the python out of the drain.
Huang provided a video clip of the incident, revealing the python’s vigorous reaction during the rescue mission.
Tragically, during the attempt, an elderly man who appeared to be in his 60s, reached out to grab the python and ended up getting bitten on the forearm.
The injured man, seated with a tissue pressed on his wound to stop the bleeding, awaited further medical attention.
The Singapore Civil Defence Force confirmed receiving a call for assistance at 8.45 pm on Thursday and reported one person being taken to Tan Tock Seng Hospital.
One other man also bitten
Reporters from SMDN arrived at the scene and saw personnel from the Animal Concerns Research and Education Society (Acres) were already present, working to safely catch the python and offer assistance.
An acquaintance named Lin revealed that the elderly man’s intention was to capture and release the python in a nearby river.
Lin further disclosed that the python had also bitten his elder brother on the leg, though he seemed to be unharmed, deciding to consult a doctor as a precaution.
Images source: Shin Min Daily News