{
  "id": 17067,
  "title": "Man arrested after marble fired from catapult allegedly damages Woodlands flat window",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/02/man-arrested-after-marble-fired-from-catapult-allegedly-damages",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-02T00:31:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Channel News Asia",
    "slug": "channel-news-asia",
    "url": "https://www.channelnewsasia.com/singapore/arrest-marble-catapult-damage-woodlands-flat-window-birds-6293296"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "A 56-year-old man was arrested on Saturday, August 1, after allegedly using a catapult to shoot marbles at birds in Woodlands, according to police reports. The incident occurred along Woodlands Ring Road, where investigators discovered the man had used a catapult to propel projectiles at the birds. One of the marbles reportedly struck a bedroom window at Block 664 Woodlands Ring Road, causing damage to the property. Police were alerted to the damaged window on Tuesday and identified the man through ground enquiries, leading to his arrest on Saturday. The man will face charges for committing a rash act, which may result in imprisonment for up to six months, a fine of up to S$2,500 (US$1,950), or both. Police emphasized the seriousness of such dangerous acts and stated they will pursue those who endanger public safety and damage property.",
  "summary": "Investigations revealed that the man had used a catapult to shoot marbles at a flock of birds along Woodlands Ring Road.",
  "key_points": [],
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  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Straits Times",
        "title": "Man arrested for allegedly shooting marbles at birds and damaging window in Woodlands",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/02/man-arrested-for-allegedly-shooting-marbles-at-birds-and-damaging",
        "published": "2026-08-02T00:50:00.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}