A 13-year-old boy is missing after being reported in the waters near Kallang MRT station on February 25. Search and rescue operations were initiated but suspended due to low visibility, and are expected to resume at first light on February 26.
Search Efforts Underway
Police were alerted to a possible drowning in Kallang River at approximately 4:30pm. Preliminary investigations have not indicated any foul play. Authorities, working alongside the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF), initiated a search for the boy.
The SCDF deployed firefighters and rescuers from the Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (DART) to conduct an underwater search in the area where the boy was last seen. After four hours, the search was paused due to visibility concerns.
According to reports from Lianhe Zaobao, the boy was believed to be fishing near Block 8B at Upper Boon Keng Road when he fell into the water. A reader of Lianhe Zaobao reported seeing a group of youths near the riverbank around 3pm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What time was the police alerted?
The police were alerted to a case of suspected drowning at approximately 4:30pm on February 25.
Was foul play suspected?
Based on preliminary investigations, police do not suspect foul play.
When will the search resume?
Search operations will continue at first light on the morning of February 26.
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