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SPF comments on riot at Little India
Police Statement made on Singapore Police Force’s facebook page at 1 am, 9th December 2013 (link)
[spacer style=”1″ icon=”none”]On 8 Dec at 2123 hrs, a fatal traffic accident occurred between a private bus and a person at the junction of Race Course Road and Hampshire Road. Shortly after, a riot broke out involving a crowd of about 400 subjects where the subjects damaged 5 police vehicles and 1 ambulance. Several other private vehicles were also damaged. 10 officers were injured.
Police activated resources from Special Operations Command and Gurkha Contingent to the scene and the situation is under control.
Police would like to advise the public in the area to remain indoors while police operations are ongoing. Other members of the public are advised to keep away from the vicinity. Members of the public are also advised to stay calm and not to speculate on this incident. Members of the public with any information of the riot are advised to submit their feedback via www.spf.gov.sg/feedback.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Home Affairs, Mr Teo Chee Hean, said, “This is a serious incident which has resulted in injuries and damage to public property. the situation is now under control. Police will spare no efforts to apprehend the subjects involved in the riot.”
[spacer style=”1″ icon=”none”]27 individuals have been said to be arrested on this incident.
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