Pasir Ris Park

2024 - 11 - 9

Flames, Fury, and a Fiesta: The Pasir Ris Park Incident!

Criminal Charges - Emergency Response - Flamethrower Attack - Pasir Ris Park - Public Safety - Singapore Police

A man armed with a homemade flamethrower creates chaos in Pasir Ris Park! Who knew parks could turn into hot spots? 🔥

A bizarre and alarming incident unfolded on November 8th at Pasir Ris Park, much to the shock of the local community. Police were called to respond to a report of a woman appearing distressed and sitting on a tower ledge. However, upon arrival, they faced an unexpected twist when a 42-year-old Singaporean man decided it was the perfect moment to unleash chaos. Armed with an improvised flamethrower, he directed flames toward the officers, turning the serene park into a fiery battleground.

In a split-second reaction, the police officers responded to what they perceived as a direct threat. The escalation was swift, and in a stunning turn of events, one officer shot the man in the arm to subdue him. The incident raised eyebrows as onlookers captured the commotion; it was less of a peaceful day in the park and more of a scene out of an action film. Thankfully, no officers were harmed, but the bizarre scene prompted discussions about safety in public spaces.

The man has since been reported in stable condition and is expected to face multiple charges, including attempted murder. Local authorities have confirmed his actions were part of a ‘targeted attack’ on the officers, and he is believed to be dealing with several underlying issues. Residents in Pasir Ris Park are now left wondering how a day in their peaceful park could turn so tumultuous and whether more measures need to be taken to ensure safety.

While the police force handled the situation swiftly, it raised some eyebrows about how one can even create a makeshift flamethrower! For those curious, it turns out that these homemade weapons are often concocted using common materials like aerosol cans and a source of ignition – a not-so-safe DIY project that’s best left untouched! On a lighter note, Pasir Ris Park, known for its various recreation options from BBQ pits to cycling tracks, may now add a security upgrade to its list of features, ensuring that this fiery incident is truly an isolated one, never to be repeated!

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Singapore police: Man shot in Pasir Ris Park after alleged attack on ... (Malay Mail)

SINGAPORE, Nov 9 — Singapore police said yesterday that they shot a man at Pasir Ris Park that morning after he allegedly attacked officers with an ...

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Man shot after attacking police officers with improvised flamethrower ... (CNA)

SINGAPORE: A 42-year-old Singaporean man who attacked police officers at Pasir Ris Park with an improvised device that ejected flames was shot and wounded ...

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Man shot at Pasir Ris Park attacked police with improvised ... (AsiaOne)

Four police officers responding to a call about a woman sitting on the ledge at the top of a tower in Pasir Ris Park this morning (Nov 8) ended with one of ...

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Man shot by police at Pasir Ris Park: He appeared agitated and ... (STOMP)

A man believed to be holding a weapon was shot in the arm by a police officer in Pasir Ris Park on Nov 8. Read more at stomp.straitstimes.com.

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Man directs flamethrower at police in Pasir Ris Park, will be charged ... (Must Share News)

During an apparent “targeted attack”, a man directed an improvised flamethrower at police officers in Pasir Ris Park and was shot.

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Man shot at park tried to attack cops with makeshift flamethrower (The New Paper)

Singapore News - A 42-year-old man was shot and wounded by police officers after attempting to attack them using a makeshift weapon that functioned as a ...

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S'pore man, 42, used flamethrower-like weapon against police ... (Mothership.sg)

A 42-year-old man in Singapore will be charged in court for attempted murder after he allegedly used an improvised weapon similar to a flamethrower against ...

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