Red Sarong Ruckus at Ang Mo Kio Market
On a crisp May morning, a 34‑year‑old man caused a stir by streaking through 409 Ang Mo Kio Market and Food Centre. He’d arrived in a light‑red sarong, a bright splash against the beige stalls.
What Went Down
- Odd pacing – The market owner reported seeing him meandering back and forth before the real drama began.
- Unusual detour – He pulled off part of his sarong, rummaged through a bag, and set something on fire. “He was chanting under his breath as he did so,” he recalled.
- Chocolate‑like chaos – The ashes were tossed into a basket of vegetables near a chicken rice stall.
- Full-on wardrobe change – After the burning spectacle, he removed the rest of his clothes and sashayed away.
- Chair toss & Hokkien hell – Another passer‑by said the man tossed a chair aside and shouted, “Everyone in this centre will get it tonight.”
- Yelling cameo – He also shouted at a woman as she walked by.
One market staff, a 56‑year‑old seller, said this wasn’t the first time the man’d been seen around. “I’ve seen him at least four times. He paces around like this every time. He seems rather abnormal,” he told reporters.
Police Response
The police confirmed the man was arrested for appearing naked in a public place. The investigation is still underway, but the incident has certainly yielded plenty of headlines.
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