In the early hours of the morning, an altercation broke out at an Esso petrol station in Yishun, involving a group of individuals. The situation escalated, resulting in injuries and the intervention of the police.
Upon receiving a call for assistance, the police swiftly responded to the incident at 10 Yishun Avenue 9, on June 18, around 2:10 am. The urgency of the situation necessitated their intervention.
A video capturing the altercation was later circulated on Instagram by user @sgfollowsall.backup, shedding light on the intensity of the confrontation.
Within the video, approximately eight individuals, both men and women, can be seen congregating near the petrol station’s pumps.
Tensions rise as a man donning a blue shirt and white cap attempts to kick another man dressed in black. In a twist, the man in black manages to push his assailant to the ground, reversing the expected outcome.
Undeterred, the man in blue swiftly rises and delivers a forceful punch to the face of the man in the black shirt. Their confrontation intensifies as they lock eyes and engage in a physical struggle, each trying to gain the upper hand.
Witnessing the escalating altercation, other members of the group present attempt to intervene. A man sporting an orange shirt steps in between the feuding men multiple times, striving to separate them and restore order. Amidst the chaos, shouts in Hokkien can be heard, urging the fighters to cease their actions.
As the video draws to a close, the group manages to separate the two combatants, leading them away in different directions. The physical conflict subsides, but the repercussions of the incident remain.
According to reports by Shin Min Daily News, it was revealed that the individuals involved in the altercation were acquainted with one another. This familiarity adds a layer of complexity to the incident.
As a result of the altercation, two men and one woman, ranging in age from 15 to 57, sustained minor injuries. Fortunately, their injuries did not require medical transportation.
The police are currently also investigating the fight.