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NUS Student Handcuffed After Shocking Train Incident in Singapore

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NUS Student Handcuffed After Shocking Train Incident in Singapore

  • Unexpected Encounter at Serangoon MRT: A Student Gets Arrested

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  • What Went Down on the North‑East Line

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    • A 23‑year‑old student from the National University of Singapore was taken into custody for allegedly molesting a woman on the North‑East MRT line last Wednesday. The woman, Ms Karmen Siew (28), said she boarded the train at Punggol around 11:20 p.m. and quickly realized a passenger sitting beside her was acting…interestingly, not politely.


  • The First Incident

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  • Initial contact: The student allegedly brushed his finger back and forth across her thigh.
  • Her reaction: “Shocked but wondered if it might have been accidental,” Ms Siew recalled.
  • Defensive moves: She crossed her legs to create distance, but the man leaned in again.
  • Quick escape: She rose, found a reserved seat farther away, and relaxed—however, the man stayed in his seat.

  • The Second Incident – After She Disembarked

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  • About ten minutes later at Serangoon Station, the alleged molester also left, surprisingly following Ms Siew.
  • Fright: “I was frightened to the core when I saw him follow me.”
  • She texted friends warning them of potential stalking, then realized—at the top of the escalator—how the man was lashing her from behind.
  • Shock: “I felt his finger run between my legs… I yelled a profanity,” she says.

  • Stalling and Escaping

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    • Ms Siew headed to a control station, pointing at the man and shouting he was a molester. Unfortunately, her pleas were met with indifference—“people just stared and did nothing.” The suspect slipped out of the station and vanished.


  • Reporting and Sharing the Incident

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  • Police report: Ms Siew filed a complaint that night and posted about the ordeal on Facebook.
  • Viral reaction: Her post garnered over 1,000 shares.
  • Arrest: Police on Sunday secured the suspect on Hougang Avenue 5, confirming the claims.
  • Priority: The suspect had no prior offenses; a conviction could lead to up to two years in jail, plus a fine and caning.

  • Why This Matters

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    • Ms Siew isn’t just worried about herself—she hopes that by speaking up, a larger warning will be sent out.
    “I hope by speaking out that more will be done, that people will step forward in times of need.This is more than just my case. Let this be a deterrent to those who intend to commit such crimes.Think twice. The law will catch up with you.”


  • Takeaway

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  • Don’t stay silent: When you witness something creepy, raise an alarm.
  • Trust your instincts: If someone’s behavior feels off, it is worth confronting—legally or with authorities.
  • Stand together: An ordinary commuter can make a major difference by speaking up.

  • Call to Action

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    • If you’ve ever experienced or witnessed an unsettling situation on public transport, don’t just let it slide. Report, share, and stand firm—every voice matters in protecting our communities.

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