The Singapore Police Force just announced that two men, aged 28 and 32, have been arrested for affray after a dispute due to Pokemon Go.

This incident happened outside the carpark of Plaza Singapura on Aug 14. The pedastrian was playing Pokemon Go while crossing the road and a motorist sounded his horn at him. A dispute arose from that and "blows were exchanged".

Both men were arrested by the police on the spot.

Affray is committed when "2 or more persons disturb the public peace by fighting in a public place"; it is punishable by "imprisonment for a term which may extend to one year, or with fine which may extend to $5,000, or with both".

The police advised members of the public to play Pokemon Go in pairs or groups to ensure personal safety and they should be aware of their surroundings.

They also said "In your search to "catch 'em all", please do not endanger your life or personal safety, or cause inconvenience to those around you."

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