Man found with weapons, vapes and contraband cigarettes in Woodlands arrested for drug offences
Rhea Yasmine
The Straits Times
Aug 6, 2025
A 27-year-old man allegedly in possession of weapons, e-vaporisers and duty-unpaid cigarettes was arrested in Woodlands on Aug 6.
The police said they received a call for assistance at the junction of Woodlands Avenue 2 and Woodlands Avenue 5 at 5.45am.
The Straits Times understands that the man is suspected of being in possession of knife-related weapons.
E-vaporisers and duty-unpaid cigarettes were also allegedly found in his vehicle, and will be referred to the Health Sciences Authority and Singapore Customs, respectively.
The man was also arrested for suspected drug-related offences, which have been referred to the Central Narcotics Bureau.
Investigations are ongoing.
In a video recording of the incident uploaded to social media, at least seven police vehicles are seen parked along the roadside.
Officers are seen surrounding a man who is seated on the pedestrian walkway near the grass verge, his hands behind his back.
The surrounding areas are seen cordoned off with tape.
- Additional reporting by Calista Wong
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