Man, 39, arrested after injuring teen with pliers in Yishun dispute

A 39-year-old man allegedly injured a 14-year-old boy with pliers following an argument over a power-assisted bicycle and e-scooter in Yishun on August 2, 2026. Police responded to a call from the vicinity of Yishun Ring Road at around 7:00 pm after the dispute escalated. The teenager sustained superficial injuries during the confrontation, which reportedly began after the man's personal property was damaged during the chaos.

The man has been charged under Section 324 of the Penal Code 1871 for voluntarily causing hurt by dangerous means. The Singapore Police Force stated: "The Police take a serious view of such acts of violence in the community and will not hesitate to take action against those who blatantly disregard the law." The incident underscores how minor disputes, when left unresolved through calm communication, can rapidly deteriorate into serious criminal offences when emotions escalate.

• 02 Aug 2026theindependent.sg
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