Man found dead in forested area of Punggol Waterway Park
A 36-year-old man was found dead on Sunday (31 May) in Punggol Waterway Park, with the police not suspecting foul play.
The body was found in a forested area near the dog run, reported Lianhe Zaobao.
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Police blue tent seen under a tree
When Zaobao reporters arrived at the park at about 10.20am, they found a blue tent set up under a tree.
Photos showed that the body lay near the perimeter fence bounding the dog run.
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The immediate area was cordoned off by the police.
At least six police officers were conducting investigations at the scene.
According to 8world News, the deceased was a foreigner.
Man found motionless at Punggol Waterway Park, pronounced dead at the scene
In response to queries from MS News, the Singapore Police Force (SPF) said it received a call for assistance at about 9am on 31 May.
The location was 41 Punggol Way — the address of Nibong LRT Station, which is next to the forested area.
A 36-year-old man was found motionless and was pronounced dead at the scene by a paramedic from the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF).
No foul play is suspected, based on preliminary investigations.
Further 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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