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Teen found dead outside One Raffles Place

Teen found dead outside One Raffles Place
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An 18-year-old male was found dead outside One Raffles Place on Tuesday night (Jan 5).

The police said he was found lying motionless at the foot of the building after they were alerted to the incident at 9.28pm.

He was pronounced dead on the scene by a paramedic, the Singapore Civil Defence Force (SCDF) told AsiaOne.

In photos circulating on social media, several police cars and an ambulance were seen at the location, with the area cordoned off by police tape.

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The police have classified the case as unnatural death and investigations are ongoing.

The teen was a guest at the building's rooftop bar 1-Altitude run by Synergyinthesky, CNA reported.

Synergyinthesky said it is "working closely with the authorities to provide any information they can to assist in the investigation", and added that it is committed to the safety and security of its patrons and staff.

SINGAPORE HELPLINES

  • Samaritans of Singapore: 1800-221-4444
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