Man with knife in Clementi disarmed by member of public, taken to hospital with self-inflicted wounds
A 34-year-old man was disarmed by a member of the public after stabbing himself in Clementi, Singapore. Both individuals were taken to the hospital, and police investigations are currently underway.
Why it matters
The incident highlights a public safety event and the intervention of a bystander in a high-stress situation.
A member of the public grabbed the man’s knife away and disarmed him prior to police’s arrival.
This image taken by a passerby shows both men on the ground at Block 441B Clementi Avenue 3 on Aug 10, 2026.
SINGAPORE: A 34-year-old man with a knife was disarmed by a member of the public in Clementi on Monday (Aug 10) before being taken to hospital with injuries believed to be self-inflicted.
Police said they received a call for assistance at Block 441B Clementi Avenue 3 at about 12.20pm.
When officers arrived, they found the 34-year-old lying conscious with injuries which were believed to be self-inflicted.
In response to CNA queries, the police said the man was subsequently conveyed to hospital and is currently undergoing treatment.
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