A man was caught on dashcam reserving a parking lot for a Mercedes and refusing to give way to a car that first arrived at the spot in Potong Pasir. The incident, which occurred recently, was later posted on the Facebook group SG Road Vigilante, where the uploader shared more details about the interaction.
Used body to ‘chope’ parking lot
In the video, a man in a white shirt is seen talking on the phone as he stands in an empty parking lot. When the dashcam car approached, the man made some gestures, possibly to indicate he was reserving the spot for a car. The dashcam car driver initially thought the man was helping the Porsche behind to park and assumed the Porsche had arrived first. However, a black Mercedes arrived, and it became clear that the man was reserving the lot for the Mercedes as it drove into the spot.
Confrontation and claims
The dashcam driver confronted the man, who claimed that the Mercedes had gone “many rounds” along Tai Thong Crescent and that the lot was “private property”. The man also allegedly said, “he could do anything he wanted to”. The footage showed the man walking off, appearing angry. It was not revealed whether the Mercedes or the dashcam car took the spot in the end.
Community reaction
The incident has sparked discussions online about the ethics and legality of reserving public parking spaces. Many netizens expressed frustration over such behaviour, calling for stricter enforcement of parking regulations. The SG Road Vigilante group, known for highlighting traffic violations and road safety issues, has seen a surge in similar reports, indicating a growing concern among the public.
Related incidents
This event follows another recent incident in Potong Pasir where a 44-year-old man was found dead with parts of his body severely burned. The community has been on edge due to these unsettling occurrences. Local authorities are urging residents to report any suspicious activities and to adhere to parking rules to maintain order and safety in the area.
