Singapore police investigate assault on elderly man who patted child’s head
Police in Singapore are investigating the assault of an elderly man after he patted a young girl on the head at a food court.
Singapore police are investigating an elderly man who allegedly assaulted a young girl at a food court. According to reports, the incident occurred when the elderly man, believed to be the father of the child, patted the girl's head, prompting her mother to stop him. A 40-year-old man, identified as the father of the girl, then confronted the elderly man after a heated exchange.
Security camera footage of the incident went viral, with many expressing outrage at the younger man's reaction. The police have identified the suspect and are urging the public to refrain from speculation and allow them to conduct a thorough investigation. The elderly man, who has previous leg and hip injuries, claims he was in pain following the fall and is seeking compensation for his injuries. His son thanked the police for their swift response and expressed hope for justice.
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