Man found at Sengkang block was pronounced dead at the scene
A 55-year-old man was found dead at the foot of a block in Sengkang on Saturday (13 Dec) morning.
The tragic find was made at Block 278C Compassvale Bow, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said.
Source: Google Maps
Police blue tent set up at Sengkang block
A photo posted on the Singapore Incidents Facebook page showed a police blue tent on the grass verge next to the block.
Officers cordoned off the area around the body, and at least three officers were at the scene.
Source: Singapore Incidents on Facebook
Also present was a police vehicle and an ambulance.
No foul play suspected
In response to queries from MS News, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said it received an alert about a case of falling from height at about 9.50am on 13 Dec.
Officers found a 55-year-old man motionless at the foot of the block.
An SCDF paramedic pronounced him dead at the scene.
Based on preliminary investigations, the police do not suspect foul play.
Police investigations are ongoing.
Helplines available
Here are some helplines available for those struggling with mental health issues:
- National mindline: 1771, 6669-1771 (WhatsApp)
- Samaritans of Singapore: 1-767, 9151-1767 (WhatsApp)
- SAF Hotline (For SAF Personnel): 1800 278 0022
- Singapore Association for Mental Health: 1800-283-7019
- Care Corner Counselling Centre (Mandarin): 1800-353-5800
- Silver Ribbon: 6386-1928
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Featured image adapted from Singapore Incidents on Facebook and Google Maps.
