A mattress was thrown out of a window of an eighth-floor flat at Block 608 Bedok Reservoir Road on September 12, causing significant disruption. The incident, captured on video, showed the window of the unit being smashed, leading to shards of glass falling downstairs. Additional debris, including two television sets, was also seen on the ground below. Police vehicles arrived at the scene, cordoning off the area, and a man in handcuffs was led away to a police vehicle around 2:30 pm. The flat is reportedly occupied by a father, mother, and their son.
Background
The incident occurred around 12:30 pm when the police received a call for assistance. Videos submitted to Shin Min Daily News showed someone from the unit hurling a mattress out of the window before shutting it. The police confirmed that a 28-year-old man was arrested for a rash act endangering the life or personal safety of others. No injuries were reported, and investigations are ongoing.
Police statement
In response to queries from Fathership, the police stated that the 28-year-old man was arrested on September 12. The police received a call for assistance at Block 608 Bedok Reservoir Road around 12:30 pm. The man was taken into custody for his actions, which included throwing a mattress and two television sets out of the eighth-floor window.
Resident reactions
Residents interviewed mentioned that the unit was occupied by a family consisting of a father, mother, and their son. One resident, who wished to remain anonymous, said, “It’s shocking to see such behaviour in our neighbourhood. We hope the authorities take appropriate action.”
Additional information
This incident is part of a broader trend of dangerous behaviour involving high-rise buildings. Similar incidents have been reported in other parts of the world, raising concerns about public safety. The police are continuing their investigations to determine the motive behind the man’s actions and to prevent future occurrences.
