Boy, 15, falls from roof at Our Tampines Hub after allegedly trespassing into restricted area
A 15-year-old boy was hospitalized after falling from a roof catwalk at Our Tampines Hub in Singapore while allegedly trespassing in a restricted area. Three teenagers are currently assisting police with investigations into the incident, which caused damage to a sports hall ceiling.
Why it matters
The incident highlights issues regarding public facility security and the risks associated with unauthorized access to restricted areas by minors.
A 15-year-old boy fell from a roof catwalk at Our Tampines Hub after allegedly entering a restricted area with two other teenagers.
The incident happened at around 11.15pm on Sept 11, with the fall causing damage to the ceiling of the Team Sport Hall.
According to a report by Stomp, Sport Singapore (SportSG) and the People's Association (PA) said preliminary investigations found that boys had allegedly entered the restricted roof access area.
The trio allegedly gained access by climbing over a low concrete wall before breaching a safety barrier mesh fence.
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