Nighttime Showdown in Geylang: A Driver Gets Beat Up for Just Staring
Under a dim streetlamp at 2:55 AM on Thursday (3/15), a private‑hire driver found himself at the center of a chaotic brawl in Geylang. He claims the attackers lunged at him simply because he glared at them. The incident involved almost ten men and quickly turned into a viral spectacle on social media.
What Went Down?
After a night of chatting with some Vietnamese friends at a porridge shop, our driver—let’s call him Mr. Chen—got caught up in an unwelcome altercation. Five or six young men sat across from him, and one prank involved hiding a wallet. When the friend returned the wallet, things escalated:
- The wallet was flung at Mr. Chen, prompting a harsh Hokkien shout.
- The muttered “what are you looking at? Let’s settle this outside if you’re not happy!” forced Mr. Chen towards a self‑defense move.
- He landed a kick, only to be knocked out by one of the guys.
Three men chased him. The leader, dressed in black, was the one who threw the wallet. Mr. Chen tried to leave, but the trio followed, leading to a brutal beat‑down.
Fight Highlights
The scene, now circulating all over the internet, shows the driver first launching a kick before getting punched on his left cheek. He then collapsed, facing relentless stomps on his waist and kicks to his head. A 10 cm wound on his scalp still bleeds.
Aftermath
Friends rushed him to Singapore General Hospital. He emerged in a soaked white shirt, the blood soaking through.
In response, the police detained a 22‑year‑old for “using threatening words and criminal force against public servants.” That same guy, caught on video, also attacked the driver’s female companions.
An interested reporter visited the suspect’s home. A young woman, identified as a close friend, told them:
“He hasn’t spoken to me at all for the past few days!”
Wrap‑Up
This Geylang night will likely remain a cautionary tale: never look at strangers, especially if you’re fifteen minutes past midnight.
