Elderly neighbours fight after accidental collision, 69-year-old man dies
A 69-year-old man died and a 71-year-old man was arrested after a physical altercation at 805 King George’s Ave on Sunday (22 Dec).
According to Shin Min Daily News, the dispute is believed to have started when the 69-year-old was upset over his neighbour’s refusal to apologise after they accidentally bumped into each other near the block.
Source: Shin Min Daily News
The disagreement escalated when the 69-year-old confronted the 71-year-old with a stick.
Man collapses after violent scuffle
In response, the 71-year-old grabbed a knife to defend himself, leading to a fight that left bloodstains all over the HDB corridor.
Source: Shin Min Daily News
After the confrontation, the 69-year-old, injured, stumbled downstairs and collapsed at the lift lobby.
It is believed that he had a heart condition, and he was declared dead upon arrival at the hospital.
71-year-old man arrested
Police told Shin Min Daily News that preliminary investigations indicate the dispute between the two men escalated into a physical altercation.
The 69-year-old was found unconscious and injured, and was rushed to the hospital where he was later pronounced dead.
Meanwhile, the 71-year-old involved in the incident has been arrested on charges of voluntarily causing grievous hurt by dangerous means.
Investigations are ongoing.
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Featured image adapted from Shin Min Daily News.
