Retiree jailed two weeks for attacking train commuter after row over seat

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have you all ever wondered why do people behave this way...? there are many cases involving spats in public transport be it in train,buses and taxis. one reason i can think of is sinkieland is too populated and people are frustrated and stressed out. imagine if one individual has to put up with office politics at work and then to face a crowded train when going home, sometimes, have to wait for 2nd train as 1st train is packed... i dun think this is a nice feeling...!! so if you think that the pap gahment ministers has done a good job, you better think twice.;) and please also ask them to take public transport on a daily basis to see if they can really match the stamina of average sinkies.:rolleyes: lastly, ask the minsiters if they really know how the commuters feel, they should approach things in a human touch manner rather than focusing on how to rip sinkies' pocket.:oIo:



BY ELENA CHONG
SINGAPORE - A retiree who assaulted a train commuter after a row over a seat was jailed for two weeks on Thursday.

Wong Shih Cher, 64, admitted causing hurt by repeatedly punching dealer Ng Keh Hee, 35, at Novena MRT station on July 9 last year.

The court heard that both men were on the North-South line train heading towards Woodlands when the dispute erupted after Mr Ng refused to give up his seat for an elderly woman who was standing up.

When the train reached Novena, Wong brushed past Mr Ng while alighting. Unhappy that he did not apologise, Mr Ng shouted at Wong before both got off to discuss the matter further.

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