The town council has also prominently displayed notices within the vicinity of the affected area, appealing to residents for their cooperation in identifying the responsible party. However, some of these notices have apparently been removed by unknown individuals
SINGAPORE: Tampines GRC has revealed that it has made a police report after discovering that an individual had cut down a tree at an HDB estate under its purview.
The incident came to light after the contractor reported that a yellow hibiscus tree had been deliberately cut down near Block 648C in the GreenDew HDB estate, located along Tampines Street 62. This concerning act of vandalism was not limited to just one tree, as two additional trees in close proximity also suffered damage.
A spokesperson from the Tampines Town Council reiterated the importance of adhering to the established regulations and bylaws governing the protection of public spaces. The spokesperson sternly reminded the public that the Town Council Bylaws explicitly prohibit any form of harm to or removal of plants, shrubs, or trees from communal areas.
In light of the transgression, the town council has officially reported the incident to the police and appears fully prepared to take appropriate measures against the individual found culpable.Those guilty of breaching town council regulations could face fines of up to $5,000. Police investigations are ongoing.
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