Elderly man accused of being a noisy neighbour on trial for breaching couple's protection order
The aggrieved neighbour testified that he and his wife have decided to uproot their lives and move out because they feel "very unsafe" in their own home.
The elderly man, 69-year-old Heng Choo Hwi, is on trial for allegedly breaching a protection order against him and his neighbours Mr Alvin Chan and Ms Sheryl Seet. According to the prosecution, Heng breached the order by singing and striking metal outside their flat for 11 minutes. The protection order, obtained on January 12, prohibited Heng from singing or creating deliberate loud noises near their home, which they moved out of in fear of his actions.
Mr Chan testified that initially their relationship with Heng was cordial, but it deteriorated to constant harassment and abuse. He stated that Heng's actions made them feel unsafe in their own home, prompting them to seek an expedited protection order in December. The prosecution presented video footage showing Heng outside his own unit, serving him the protection order and making loud noises that breached the order.
Heng denies the allegations, claiming he was not shown the protection order and that he had mediated with Mr Chan, resolving the issue and withdrawing the protection order. If found guilty, Heng could face imprisonment.
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