Whoops! A Facebook Faux Pas Unravels a Tragic Video
E3N Security spilled the beans on Feb 17, saying it accidentally posted an unedited, heart‑racing clip of the Tanjong Pagar car crash that claimed 5 lives on Feb 13—the second day of Chinese New Year.
What Went Wrong?
The company confessed it was an “administrative error”. Instead of a short, digest‑able montage, it inadvertently went full‑on. The footage was later taken down, but the damage—embarrassment and grief—was already done.
The Crash in a Nutshell
- A white BMW M4 coupe was speeding toward 37 Tanjong Pagar Road.
- At about 5:40 am, the car hit a shophouse, then burst into flames.
- Roadside hero Raybe Oh Siew Huey (26) tried to rescue the victims but suffered severe burns.
- She’s currently in critical condition at Singapore General Hospital.
Why the Full Video Was Causing Pain
In the uncut footage, you could see the car skidding before the hit, then a frantic Rush to help. Tragically, a little later we caught a glimpse of Raybe running shielded by a sea of flames. The company acknowledged that showing the full clip of a wounded hero is not just a mistake—it’s a betrayal of compassion.
That’s Not All!
While E3N Security had uploaded high‑resolution clips to the police and a low‑resolution version to the Straits Times, some other videos bloated with a watermark claiming to be from them were not theirs.
The Apology and the Call to Action
In a move to calm the emotional churn, the post ended with a stern yet sincere plea: “If you’re sharing these clips, please pull them down. We’re ready to take legal action if you’re trespassing on our footage.”
Remember, it’s all about treating sensitive content with respect—especially when lives and legacies are involved.
