Boy, 10, sustains 5cm wound on head after signage falls at Food Junction in Rivervale Mall

A 10-year-old boy was injured after a signboard reportedly fell at Food Junction's outlet in Rivervale Mall on Jun. 20.

In a statement provided to Mothership, a spokesperson for Food Junction said the company was aware of the incident and responded immediately.

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Boy suffered head injury

Speaking to Shin Min Daily News, the boy's mother, identified only as Liu, said she had been at the food court with her three children at around 10:30am.

She was pushing a stroller carrying her two-year-old daughter while her seven-year-old daughter walked beside her. Her 10-year-old son was a few steps ahead when the incident occurred.

Liu said she suddenly heard a loud bang and turned around to find the signboard had fallen.

Her son was allegedly struck by the falling signboard and suffered a head injury.

According to Liu, the boy's head was bleeding heavily when he got up and ran towards her.

Members of the public who witnessed the incident came forward to help, providing tissues to stop the bleeding.

The boy was later found to have suffered a five-centimetre wound on his head that required stitches, as well as a four-centimetre abrasion.

Liu added that doctors advised her to monitor her son for 72 hours following the incident. He is also expected to undergo further examination by a neurosurgeon.

In response to Mothership's queries, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) said that they received a call for assistance at 11 Rivervale Crescent at about 10:30am on Jun. 20.

SCDF conveyed one person to KK Women's and Children's Hospital.

Food Junction apologises

Food Junction said it has since been informed that the customer is resting at home.

According to the spokesperson, Food Junction worked closely with Rivervale Mall's management and emergency responders to assist the injured customer.

The food court operator apologised for the incident and said operations have resumed after a "full review and thorough investigation".

"We apologise for this unfortunate incident. Following a full review and thorough investigation to determine the cause of the incident, we have reinforced all safety precautions in alignment with the relevant authorities, and operations have resumed. Our commitment to safety, and the well-being of our customers remains our highest priority."