What happened
Singapore police are investigating after two bodies were found in a residential flat in Sengkang on Oct 6. A man and a 47-year-old woman were discovered lying motionless in the unit and were pronounced dead at the scene, according to police statements released on Oct 7.
Authorities identified the location as a flat on the eighth floor of Block 324D Sengkang East Way. The man’s exact age was not disclosed, and the woman’s age was given as 47. The man’s body was found in a bedroom in an advanced state of decomposition, while the woman’s body was located near the main entrance in the living room.
Official statements and next steps
The police have not released a cause of death or confirmed whether foul play is suspected. They indicated that investigations are ongoing and are appealing for the next-of-kin of the deceased woman, Ms Xu Na, to come forward. Members of the public with information are urged to contact the police at 1800-255-0000 or submit information online at www.police.gov.sg/i-witness.
Context from neighbours
Neighbours on the same floor described a family unit consisting of a father, a mother, and their daughter, who moved into the flat in 2001. A resident who spoke on condition of anonymity said the trio was inward-focused and seldom interacted with neighbours. She recalled that the daughter sometimes talked to herself and gestured erratically, which led her to believe the daughter may have mental health challenges. The mother purportedly died in 2017, leaving the father and daughter in the home.
Household dynamics and ongoing concerns
Residents noted that after the mother’s death, the remaining two occupants largely stayed inside the flat. The area was described as quiet, with little foot traffic around the unit. A retiree who lives directly above the flat reported a strong, persistent odor in recent days, sufficient to be noticed even with closed windows. The resident did not report the smell to authorities, thinking it was related to rubbish or other routine concerns. The exact timeline surrounding the discovery of the bodies and how long the occupants had been deceased before discovery remains under investigation.
What investigators are likely examining
As with similar cases, investigators will evaluate physical evidence from the unit, examine any digital footprints or communications, and interview potential witnesses, including neighbours and building management. Medical examiners will determine the cause and time of death, while police work to establish the relationships between the two deceased and whether any other persons were present in the residence before the discovery. For now, authorities have asked the public to refrain from speculation and await official updates.
Public information and safety
Authorities are asking for information to assist with identification and to contact the next-of-kin. In ongoing investigations, police typically publish updates as new leads emerge, while ensuring the privacy and dignity of the deceased and their families. Residents in high-rise blocks and apartment complexes are reminded to report unusual odours, noises, or suspicious activity to the authorities promptly to help maintain community safety.
Bottom line
The case remains active as investigators piece together the events leading to the deaths of the man and the 47-year-old woman in Sengkang. The police have requested contact from Ms Xu Na’s next-of-kin and are calling on anyone with information to come forward to aid the inquiry. Further details are expected to be released as the investigation progresses.
