Cowboy Urobumpreneur at Commonwealth Avenue
Picture this: a senior gentleman decides to perform a spontaneous rain dance on the grass in front of a bus stop near Commonwealth Avenue on Thursday, July 28. While a tidy public toilet was just a stone’s throw away at Koufu Foodcourt, he chose to ditch the porcelain palace for the green carpet.
Why the Grass? A Quick Snapshot
- The incident was spotted by Stomp contributor Susan, who shared a photo of the unexpected splash.
- The location? Right by Sheng Siong Supermarket on Tanglin Halt.
- The reaction was instant: “Where’s the toilet? Why not use the nearby one?”
Not a Lonely Drop
It’s sad to say, but the grass isn’t the only sinkhole of spontaneity we’ve been seeing lately. Two other public “urination” events popped up in Yishun: a woman who decided to potty on the sidewalk on Tuesday and a confusing case of a man allegedly using a stairwell at an HDB block on July 21. Enough to remind us that streets and sidewalks are not just for pedestrians, apparently.
What the Law Says
Under Singapore’s Environmental Public Health Act, peeing on the street, a vacant plot, or any other public-friendly area (barring a proper restroom) is a no-no. The penalties are pretty serious: up to $1,000 for a first offense, $2,000 for the second, and a whopping $5,000 for a third time.
Let’s Cut the Grass, Not the Humor
While we’re serious about keeping our streets clean and safe, let’s not forget the lighter side of this unusual trend. Imagine the scene: a few elders, a fly in the face, and a stray plant watching it all happen. Hopefully, the next time an inch of grass looks particularly appealing, someone will politely hand out a brochure titled “Please Use the Toilet – It’s Not a Reservation!”
We’re all ears for your hilarious takes or creative solutions. After all, if we’re going to meme the situation, let’s make it work on the front lawn of a toilet—just kidding, or maybe not?
