SFA investigating after group spotted selling raw meat at Sengkang void deck

A Sengkang resident, referred to as Jamiro, raised concerns after witnessing a group selling raw meat at the void deck of Block 107 Rivervale Walk. The incident was observed multiple times, with the latest sighting on August 29, 2023. Videos captured by Jamiro show a group of individuals around a void deck table, with a man utilizing a cleaver to cut the meat.

A weighing scale was also visible, indicating the presence of a potential transaction. The resident was alarmed by the lack of food safety measures and the presence of children near a nearby playground. When attempting to inquire about the situation, the group appeared to speak only Mandarin, displaying no willingness to provide explanations.

Another passer-by explained to Jamiro that one of the group members had procured the meat wholesale and was subsequently dividing it for resale. Despite contacting the police, Jamiro was directed to report the issue to the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) instead. The SFA has stated that their officers have conducted multiple checks for illegal hawking activities at the location, but no food sales were observed during these inspections.

However, the agency has begun further investigations and remains committed to monitoring the situation. Under the Environmental Public Health Act, selling food products in public spaces without a valid license is prohibited. The SFA emphasizes that unregulated street food hawking not only creates discomfort but also jeopardizes public health.

They warn that such unregulated activities can lead to unsafe food items, which may not comply with SFA's safety requirements. Consequently, these unlicensed hawkers bear significant risks to unknowing consumers. The SFA advises the public not to patronize any suspected illegal hawking activities and to report such instances through their online feedback form for subsequent investigations.