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CNA
18 hours ago
- CNA
Cyclist did not report gunshot wound at point of admission, says NUH
SINGAPORE: A man who suffered a gunshot wound while cycling in a restricted forested area near Nee Soon Range did not disclose that he had been shot at the point of admission to the National University Hospital (NUH). In response to CNA's queries, an NUH spokesperson said on Friday (Jun 20) that the man admitted himself to its emergency department at 1pm on Jun 15. During triage and the initial clinical assessment, the man 'did not report that he had been shot', NUH noted. Based on the man's account and the circumstances of his admission, there were also 'no overt signs' to indicate a firearm-related injury, it said. As such, 'there was no known basis for a police report to be made at that point', the hospital added. NUH said that the police were notified immediately once the cause of the external wound was 'definitively determined'. 'We are cooperating fully with the police in their investigations and are unable to comment further out of respect for patient confidentiality, and as the case remains under investigation.' On the man's treatment, NUH said he was attended to promptly, based on standard trauma protocols, and was closely monitored. Appropriate care was given based on the team's clinical assessment and the man was assessed to be in a stable condition throughout, it added. THE INCIDENT The man was shot at about 11.40am on Jun 15 while cycling with friends in a forested part of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, between Upper Seletar and Upper Peirce reservoirs — a restricted area where live-firing activities are conducted. At the time of the incident, an authorised live-firing activity was being conducted by the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) at its Nee Soon 500m Range, about 2.3km away. According to the police, the man was taken to the hospital by his friends, and a bullet slug was found lodged in his left lower back. He was in a stable condition after surgery to remove the slug. In the wake of the incident, Singapore's cycling governing body has urged riders to stay on designated trails and follow safety guidelines. The man is currently being investigated for wilful trespass, the police said on Wednesday. Under the Military Manoeuvres Act, unauthorised individuals are not allowed to enter gazetted areas designated for SAF live-firing for their own safety. Wilful trespass refers to a person deliberately trespassing on any grounds that belong to the government, areas designated for public purposes, houses, premises, land, boats or vessels without a satisfactory excuse.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
Man, 22, arrested after shot fired in Waikiki road-rage incident
Honolulu police said officers arrested a 22-year-old man Monday night after a gunshot was fired in a road-rage incident in Waikiki. A 32-year-old man told officers that he was driving in Waikiki around 8 :04 p.m. when he was confronted by 'occupants of a gray 2021 Nissan Sentra ' then heard a gunshot, according to the Honolulu Police Department. The victim later discovered a bullet hole in his vehicle, HPD said. No one was injured in the confrontation. Police searched for the vehicle and suspect and at 10 :37 p.m. located a suspect on Catherine Street in Kapahulu and arrested the man for suspicion of second-degree attempted murder. The suspect remain in custody overnight, according to police. See more : 27 Comments By participating in online discussions you acknowledge that you have agreed to the. An insightful discussion of ideas and viewpoints is encouraged, but comments must be civil and in good taste, with no personal attacks. If your comments are inappropriate, you may be banned from posting. Report comments if you believe they do not follow our. Having trouble with comments ? .
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Yahoo
1 injured in Providence disturbance
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — An investigation is underway into a disturbance that happened in Providence Tuesday evening. Anthony Vega, a spokesperson for the Providence Police Department, told 12 News officers were called to the corner of Peace and Updike streets just after 6 p.m. Vega said it appears someone was hit by a vehicle and a gunshot was reportedly fired near Peace & Plenty Park. 12 News spotted one shell casing in the roadway. The victim, who has not been identified, was brought to the hospital with injuries that do not appear to be life-threatening. It's unclear if anyone is in custody at this time. Download the and apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch or with the new . Follow us on social media: Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CNA
4 days ago
- CNA
Cyclist shot near SAF range: How far do Singapore military rounds travel?
SINGAPORE: A 42-year-old man sustained a gunshot wound on Sunday (Jun 15) while cycling in a restricted forested area of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve, near where the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) was conducting a live-firing exercise. The Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) confirmed that the activity was taking place at the Nee Soon 500m Range, about 2.3km from where the incident occurred. Investigations are ongoing, and the authorities have not identified the specific weapon involved. It is also unclear how a bullet could have travelled such a distance and struck someone outside the training perimeter. While the circumstances remain under review, the incident has prompted questions about the range and reach of weapons used in SAF training. Here's a look at some of the firearms commonly used by military personnel in Singapore, including their effective range, or the distance at which a weapon can reliably hit a target. SAR 21 Technical specifications Calibre: 5.56mm x 45mm Length: 805mm Barrel length: 508mm Weight: 3.98kg Rate of fire: 450-650 rounds per minute (rpm) Effective Range: 460m The SAR 21 is described by MINDEF as the quintessential assault rifle of the Singapore Armed Forces. Introduced in 1999 to replace the American M16, the Singapore-made SAR 21 is about 20 per cent shorter than its predecessor, allowing soldiers to move more easily in confined spaces. The rifle also features a built-in aiming scope with 1.5x magnification. Its low recoil gives soldiers better control over the rifle, allowing for faster recovery between successive shots. It can also be equipped with a grenade launcher. Colt Infantry Automatic Rifle 6940E-SG Technical specifications Calibre: 5.56mm x 45mm Length: 849mm – 933mm Barrel length: 406mm Weight: 4.3kg Rate of fire: 700rpm – 1,000rpm Effective range: 600m Made by United States-headquartered Colt's Manufacturing, the Colt Infantry Automatic Rifle (IAR) 6940E-SG light machine gun (LMG) is Singapore's replacement for its indigenous Ultimax 100 Section Automatic Weapon (SAW), which had been in service since 1982. Compared to its predecessor, the Colt IAR is shorter, lighter and has a longer effective range. It also has a higher fire rate, and is capable of longer, sustained firing bursts thanks to improved cooling from its heat sink. Its red dot sighting system helps with faster and more accurate target acquisition over the iron sights of the Ultimax 100. 7.62mm General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG) Technical specifications Calibre: 7.62mm x 51mm Length: 1,255mm Barrel length: 569mm Weight: 11.4kg Rate of fire: 650rpm – 1,150rpm Effective range: 1,200m SAF's 7.62mm General Purpose Machine Gun (GPMG), known colloquially as simply GPMG, is the Singapore-licensed production of the Belgian FN MAG. Manufactured by ST Engineering, the GPMG is a fully automatic belt-fed machine gun that can be used as a light weapon and in a sustained fire role. The GPMG has two versions - an infantry assault variant with a bipod, and a co-axial variant for use in armoured vehicles, such as Singapore's Leopard 2SG main battle tanks. STK 50 MG Technical specifications Calibre: 12.7mm x 99mm Length: 1,670mm Barrel length: 1,141mm Weight: 30kg Rate of fire: 400rpm – 600rpm Effective range: It is difficult to find definitive data on the effective range of the STK 50 MG, as the weapon was developed in the 1980s, and detailed technical specifications have not been widely published online. However, estimates place this between 1,000m and 2,000m, depending on factors such as ammunition type, mounting platform, and firing conditions. The STK 50 MG is a locally developed, belt-fed, heavy machine gun for fire support against infantry, light armoured vehicles and low-flying targets. Formerly known as the CIS 50 MG, the STK 50 MG was developed by then Chartered Industries of Singapore (now ST Engineering Land Systems) in the late 1980s to replace the American ".50 cal" M2HB Browning machine guns. A unique feature of the STK 50 MG is its dual-feed ammunition mechanism that allows for the fast and easy switching of different types of ammo. Knight's Armament M110 Technical specifications Calibre: 7.62mm x 51mm Length: 1,190mm Barrel length: 508mm Weight: 6.27kg Rate of fire: Semi-automatic Effective range: 800m The M110 is an American sniper rifle developed by Knight's Armament Company. Used by the SAF since the early half of 2010s, it replaced older sniper rifles in Singapore's use, such as the SR-25. Equipped with an adjustable scope, the M110 can fire off multiple rounds without the need to cock the weapon between rounds. Because it can engage faster, it is used for covering troops in built-up areas. Sako TRG-22 Technical specifications Calibre: 7.62mm x 51mm Length: 1,150mm Barrel length: 660mm Weight: 6.2kg Effective range: 1,000m Rate of fire: Bolt-action As with the M110, the Finnish Sako TRG-22 was brought into service in the SAF in the early 2010s to replace older sniper rifles, such as the United Kingdom's Accuracy International AWM rifle. Compared to the M110, the TRG-22 has a longer barrel length, allowing it to hit targets farther away. However, as it is a bolt-action rifle, the gun is slower as it needs to be cocked after every round. The TRG-22 is used for field firing, which includes stalking enemy targets.
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Yahoo
Man hurt by stray bullet in gazetted forested area near army live-firing exercise
SINGAPORE – A man was injured in his back by a bullet and sought medical assistance at a hospital, said the Ministry of Defence (Mindef) on June 16. The 42-year-old man suffered a gunshot wound in his left lower back on June 15, said the police on June 16. A bullet slug was lodged in the man's back, said the police, adding that the injury is not life-threatening. The man is currently in a stable condition after surgery to remove the bullet. The man had been cycling with his friends at around 11.40am on June 15 within a forested area of the Central Catchment Nature Reserve – between the Upper Seletar and Upper Peirce reservoirs – that was gazetted for Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) live-firing, said a Mindef spokesman. His friends took him to the National University Hospital. An SAF authorised live-firing exercise at its Nee Soon Range was ongoing about 2.3km from the incident that injured the man. Live-firing activities at the range have been suspended. Under the Military Manoeuvres Act, unauthorised individuals are not allowed to enter gazetted areas designated for SAF live-firing in consideration of their own safety, said Mindef. The area has signs warning against unauthorised entry, said the police. Investigations by the police and SAF are ongoing. No foul play is suspected. Source: The Straits Times © SPH Media Limited. Permission required for reproduction Discover how to enjoy other premium articles here
