The Singapore police have arrested two men aged 19 and 20 for their suspected involvement in a case of affray.

On Aug. 13, 2023 at about 6:15am, the police were alerted to a fight, where a victim was purportedly slashed on his head along Read Crescent Park in Boat Quay.

The victim sustained a deep laceration on his forehead and was conscious when conveyed to the hospital.

One vs three

Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim had an altercation with three unknown male persons.

During their dispute, a fight ensued between them where one of the assailants allegedly used a knife to attack the victim.

After the fight, the three assailants fled.

A knife, about 40cm long, believed to be used to attack the victim, was recovered and seized as case exhibit.

Through ground enquiries and with the aid of images from police cameras, officers from Central Police Division established the identities of the two men and arrested them on the same day after the incident was reported.

The two men will be charged in court on Aug. 15 with an offence of affray.

The offence carries a jail term of up to one year, or fine of up to S$5,000, or both.

The police are looking for another man to assist with investigations.

Anyone with information is requested to call the police hotline at 1800-255-0000 or submit information online at www.police.gov.sg/i-witness.

All information received will be kept strictly confidential.

Top photos of suspect & knife via SPF, location via Google Maps