What happened
Singapore police confirmed that two people were found dead on October 6 in a residential unit at Block 324D, Sengkang East Way, on the eighth floor. The bodies were discovered in a flat believed to be occupied by a father and his daughter. The man’s body was in a highly decomposed state and located in a bedroom, while the woman’s body was found near the main door in the living room. Officials said both individuals were pronounced dead at the scene after officers arrived around 1:35 pm.
Identities and details released
The police have described the deceased as a man and a 47-year-old woman. Investigators have yet to confirm the man’s exact age. The force is asking for the next-of-kin of the woman, identified in press materials as Ms Xu Na, to come forward as part of the ongoing inquiry. Anyone with information is urged to contact the police at 1800-255-0000 or submit details online at i-Witness.
Public and neighbour accounts
As investigators work to establish a timeline and determine potential causes, neighbours on the same floor described a closely private household that seldom interacted with others. A neighbour who spoke on condition of anonymity said the father, mother, and daughter moved in around 2001, the same year their neighbour’s family moved in. The neighbour recalled that the daughter may have had mental health challenges, noting she would talk to herself and gesture with her arms. The mother is believed to have died in 2017, and the father is thought to be in his 60s or 70s.
Ongoing investigation and public safety
Investigators have described the case as an active inquiry, with authorities inspecting the scene and gathering information from residents and any possible witnesses. When The Straits Times arrived at the unit, it was locked and appeared empty of personal belongings such as shoes, suggesting the flat had become uninhabited in recent days or weeks. A retiree who lives directly above the unit reported a strong, persistent odor for several days, which she initially attributed to rubbish and did not report to authorities at the time. Her account highlights how indicators of distress may be subtle and easily overlooked in tightly sealed living spaces.
What comes next
Police are conducting routine forensic analyses and interviews to establish a precise cause of death and determine whether foul play occurred. The case remains under investigation, and officials have emphasized the importance of notifying next-of-kin and sharing any relevant information with authorities to aid the inquiry. As more details emerge, the public can expect updates from the Singapore Police Force and local media outlets as investigators work to provide clarity on this tragic loss of life.
