Discovery of a Body at Lower Peirce Reservoir – A Tragic Night at the Water
On the morning of Sunday, 17 June, a grim sight turned a peaceful jog into a life‑saving mission. The body of a man was found drifting in the Lower Peirce Reservoir.
What The First Witness Saw
Raymond, a regular jogger, was on his usual run when he spotted something odd at 6:45 AM. At first glance it looked like a blob of trash splashing in the water.
- Self‑doubt: “I thought it was just junk.”
- Eureka moment: A woman nearby pointed out the real problem.
- Result: He stopped, checked the water, and realized it was a head breaking the surface.
Police and Rescue Respond
The woman quickly called in the police and the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF). The first responders reached the scene at about 7:15–7:20 AM.
Raymond said the body was located far out in the water, beyond the reach of any vehicle.
“I ran over to guide the officers,” he shared. “But by the time I got there, they were already halfway there.”
Raymond’s Take on the Incident
He noted the reservoir’s environment, particularly the darker, early‑morning light, says just how tricky it can be. “The air’s great, but that shade thing is serious. If you’re not careful, it can catch you off guard.”
Raymond believes the man may have fallen in accidentally, gotten tangled in the mud, and panicked before drowning. He mentioned the water doesn’t drop too deep, so falling in would have been likely.
Police Statement
The police spokesman confirmed: “On 17 June 2018 at 7:15 AM we were alerted to a body floating at Lower Peirce Reservoir. It was declared dead by paramedics on scene. This is an unnatural death; investigations continue.”
SCDF Update
The SCDF reported receiving an alert at 7:15 AM about a water rescue onsite in the reservoir. Their teams sprang into action to assuage the situation.
As the investigation unfolds, the community remains concerned about safety around the Reservoir’s subtle but dangerous morning darkness. For all of us who may be out to stretch our legs, the message remains clear: check the water, stay alert, and keep an eye on those early‑morning shadows.
