Teenagers in Hot Water for Harassing Man at Void Deck
A shocking incident involving a group of teenagers has sparked outrage online after videos surfaced showing them harassing a man at a void deck. The videos, shared on Sgfollowsall last Friday (Nov 10), depict the teens throwing various objects at a man who appeared to be drunk and unconscious.
What Happened?
In the first clip, the teenagers are seen tossing slippers at a man in a dark blue shirt sitting on the ground. As the situation escalates, they begin to hurl brooms, dried plants, and even an orange cone at him while he lies motionless on the floor. One particularly troubling act involved a teen throwing a bucket of dirty water at the man, followed by placing a filthy mattress on top of him and pouring more water onto his foot. Despite the chaos, the man did not respond, raising concerns among onlookers.
Public Outrage
The leaked videos ignited a wave of anger among netizens, who quickly condemned the teenagers’ behaviour. Comments poured in, with one user expressing sympathy for the man, stating, “He does not deserve this.” Another questioned, “And do they find this funny?” Many believe that the teenagers should face consequences, suggesting that a police report should have been filed.
In an attempt to explain their actions, one of the boys featured in the video commented that the man had kicked their belongings and food, but they chose to ignore him. He insisted that they were not being racist and that he and the man were on good terms, even shaking hands.
Community Response
When a reporter from Shin Min Daily News visited the void deck, the orange cone was still present. A 67-year-old resident named Hassan shared that he often sees a man sleeping there. “He lays a mattress at the void deck and sleeps, but it doesn’t bother the residents,” Hassan explained. However, he could not confirm if the man in the video was the same individual he sees regularly.
The Bigger Picture
This incident highlights a crucial opportunity to educate our youth about empathy, respect, and the consequences of their actions. It’s essential to foster a culture of kindness in Singapore, discouraging any form of harassment or mistreatment towards others.
For more on promoting kindness and respect, you can check out [this resource](https://www.kindness.sg).
Let’s work together to create a more compassionate community for everyone!