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PUB files police report over fabricated crocodile photo at Pandan Reservoir
Singapore's water authority has lodged a police report after determining that a widely circulated photograph purporting to show a crocodile at Pandan Reservoir was fabricated. The fake image had raised public alarm about potential wildlife hazards.
LSN Singapore ·
The Public Utilities Board (PUB) confirmed on Wednesday that an image circulating online claiming to depict a crocodile sighting at Pandan Reservoir was not authentic. Following a detailed investigation, PUB determined the photograph had been doctored and proceeded to file a police report regarding the matter.
The circulation of the fabricated image had sparked concern among residents and prompted public warnings about water safety at the reservoir. PUB's swift verification process enabled authorities to identify the image as false before it could fuel unnecessary panic among the public.
The filing of the police report underscores PUB's commitment to addressing false information that could undermine public confidence in water safety management. Authorities have not disclosed further details regarding the origin of the fake photograph or the identity of those responsible for its creation.
Members of the public are encouraged to report any genuine wildlife concerns or suspicious activity at reservoirs to PUB or the relevant authorities through official channels rather than through social media.