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Elderly woman penalised for persistent pigeon feeding in public space
A 78-year-old has been fined after repeatedly distributing food to pigeons despite warnings from enforcement officers. The incident also involved contact with a surveillance officer.
LSN Singapore ·
An elderly woman has faced financial penalties following multiple instances of feeding pigeons in a public area, authorities have confirmed. Enforcement officers observed the 78-year-old distributing various food items including cut papaya, bread and grains to the birds on separate occasions.
The woman continued the practice despite previous warnings from officers tasked with monitoring public spaces. Her actions prompted intervention by surveillance personnel, during which physical contact occurred between the woman and an enforcement officer.
Regional authorities have maintained restrictions on feeding pigeons in public areas to manage urban bird populations and prevent nuisance-related issues. Such regulations are commonly enforced across Southeast Asian cities to balance public health and animal welfare concerns.
The case underscores ongoing challenges faced by municipal enforcement teams in managing wildlife-related infractions, particularly among residents unfamiliar with or resistant to public space regulations.