Fortunately, the fabric of the man's jacket offered his neck some protection from the kite string.
Doctors ruled out a slipped disc, suggesting the injury was likely a muscle strain or pull.
His father is heartbroken by the addiction and hopes sharing their story will serve as a warning to others.
He had also previously flashed his middle finger at NEA officers and was found with a knuckleduster.
The man was left “bitterly disappointed” and claimed he would rather not have helped if he knew he was going…
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One rescuer was bruised by debris, but said he wouldn’t hesitate to jump in again.
Its seller could have made a profit of about S$802,000.
He also pushed the hand of an elderly man who tried to calm him down.
The boy appeared to be unsteady on his feet and stumbling at the bus stop.