Singapore police nab rider after assault on transport officials in Ang Mo Kio

A 52-year-old man was apprehended by the police after he physically assaulted two Land Transport Authority (LTA) active mobility enforcement officers (AMEOs) during a recent operation in Ang Mo Kio, Singapore. LTA reported the incident on Oct 12 via their Facebook post, stating that it involved a male rider suspected of using a non-compliant device.

The suspect was arrested for voluntarily causing hurt to deter a public servant from their duty. LTA emphasized their zero-tolerance stance towards violence or abuse against their officers and urged the public to cooperate with them during enforcement checks.

Following inquiries, the police confirmed that the man was arrested on Oct 8. The offense, which can lead to a maximum penalty of seven years' jail, a fine, or caning, is currently under investigation. The police also highlighted that AMEOs had detected a total of 503 offenses during enforcement operations in September, resulting in the impounding of 70 devices.

These operations took place near Bukit Panjang, Balestier, and Whampoa. LTA reiterated their commitment to conducting regular patrols and taking firm action against errant users, including those using non-compliant devices and riding on pedestrian overhead bridges to ensure the safety of everyone in the area.