A 60-year-old woman died on March 10 after falling from the eighth floor of Block 364A Sembawang Crescent, a building housing rental units. Police are investigating the incident as an unnatural death.
Neighbour Heard Argument
According to a 25-year-old neighbour, Ms Zhong, she heard shouting outside her unit and, looking through her peephole, saw a man and a woman engaged in a heated argument. Ms Zhong confirmed the pair lived together and were in a romantic relationship. She later heard screaming and believed someone had jumped, finding a shoe on the ground.
Police Investigation
Police responded to a call at approximately 5pm and cordoned off the walkway below the block. Investigators entered and exited a corner unit. A folding table found in the corridor was seized as evidence after a six-hour investigation.
Several witnesses reported the woman was still alive after the fall and was transported to Woodlands Hospital. At approximately 11pm, a man was seen being led out of the unit by police officers to assist with the investigation. The same man was observed returning to the unit the following afternoon, escorted by police, before leaving again shortly after.
Financial Difficulties
Neighbours reported the woman frequently borrowed money from them. One neighbour, Mr Hu, stated his wife had warned her they would file a police report if she asked again. Another neighbour, Mr Zhong, said the woman asked him for a cigarette and then for money shortly after he moved in ten days prior.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened on March 10?
A 60-year-old woman died after falling from the eighth floor of Block 364A Sembawang Crescent.
What did neighbours report hearing?
Neighbours reported hearing an argument between the woman and a man believed to be her boyfriend shortly before the incident.
What is the status of the investigation?
Police have classified the case as an unnatural death and investigations are ongoing.
As investigations continue, what role might the seized table and the man’s statements play in understanding the events leading up to this tragedy?
