3 devotees allegedly attack volunteer in Jurong temple on first day of CNY
Rather than starting the new year on the right foot, these men appear to have chosen to use their fists instead.
A volunteer was allegedly attacked by three devotees at the Sheng Hong Temple in Jurong East, according to a Facebook post by the temple's management on Monday (Feb 3).
According to them, the incident occurred during the early hours of Jan 29, the first day of Chinese New Year.
It is known to be a time where many devotees rush to be the first to plant their incense offerings, believing that it would bring them good fortune.
Prior to the worship hall opening to the public for prayers, one devotee purportedly attempted to rush in, accidentally tripping and falling, the post read.
Clamouring to his feet, they stated that the devotee then began attacking a volunteer dressed in the temple's uniform.
Two other devotees also got involved, attacking the volunteer, said the temple's management.
They added that a fourth person wanted to «talk with [the volunteer] outside», to which the volunteer declined, expressing that he did not want there to be any trouble on the first day of Chinese New Year.