Bukit Batok death: 65-year-old man charged with woman's murder in flat
A 43-year-old woman was found motionless inside her flat, with her 5-year-old son conscious as he was taken to hospital
SINGAPORE — A 65-year-old man was charged with the murder of a woman in Bukit Batok on Sunday (7 January). This followed the discovery of his neighbour's deceased body in a Bukit Batok apartment on Saturday.
Quek Eng Hock is accused of killing the 43-year-old woman on Saturday. The victim cannot be named due to a gag order, according to CNA.
The news outlet reported that the police received a call for assistance from a residential unit at about 8.20am.
Upon arrival, law enforcement found a motionless 43-year-old woman inside the apartment. Paramedics later pronounced her dead. A five-year-old boy, who is believed to be the deceased woman's child, was taken to the hospital while conscious.
Arrest made as authorities seize knife
The man was arrested at the scene, and the authorities seized a knife suspected to be involved in the incident. Police have said that investigations are ongoing.
The Straits Times (ST) reported earlier that at least four police vehicles were parked at the foot of the block in the morning, and a man dressed in white protective gear was escorted to a police vehicle.
Singapore Civil Defence Force said it had received a call for assistance at about 8.25am. One person was pronounced dead at the scene, and another was brought to the National University Hospital.
According to ST, the area surrounding Block 460B Bukit Batok West Ave 9 had been cordoned off by the police, including the void deck as well as the public walkway.
MP of Hong Kah North SMC extends condolences
ST also reported that the Hong Kah North SMC MP, Amy Khor, expressed her sadness regarding the incident. She conveyed her "deepest condolences" to the deceased's family and offered prayers, particularly for the "child that has been hurt".
She said, "My grassroots (team) and I will find out how we can be of assistance to those who have been affected and provide support as necessary."
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