Eleven Men Charged After Violent Toa Payoh Coffee Shop Brawl
Eleven men have been charged with rioting armed with deadly weapons after a violent brawl at a Toa Payoh coffee shop on 24 August 2025. Two men, aged 21 and 30, were stabbed and treated as outpatients. Police arrested 13 suspects, including a woman, with CCTV and social media footage showing chairs and tables smashed and several fleeing the scene. Investigations into the cause of the fight are ongoing.
- Eleven men will face charges for rioting armed with deadly weapons after a coffee shop fight in Toa Payoh; 13 suspects were arrested, including one woman.
- CCTV and social media footage revealed violent acts such as stabbing and throwing furniture; authorities continue to investigate the cause of the brawl.
SINGAPORE – Eleven men have been formally charged with rioting while armed with deadly weapons following a violent confrontation at a Toa Payoh coffee shop on 24 August 2025. Police confirmed the charges on 25 August, revealing that the incident occurred at Block 10B, Lorong 7 Toa Payoh, and involved multiple participants.
Victims Injured, Arrests Made
During the altercation, a 21-year-old man sustained stab wounds on his arm, while a 30-year-old man was stabbed in the back. Both victims received outpatient treatment at a local hospital. Police investigations led to the arrest of 13 suspects, aged between 21 and 34, including a 22-year-old woman. Among them, two are assisting authorities with ongoing investigations.
Authorities plan to charge four men, aged between 21 and 33, on 26 August. The remaining seven, aged 23 to 34, will face charges the following day. A cleaver, believed to have been used in the incident, was also seized by police.
Evidence from CCTV and Social Media
The suspects were identified with assistance from CCTV and police camera footage. Additional evidence came from a video that circulated on the Telegram channel “SG Secret Channel,” which showed more than ten people involved in the fight. In the footage, three individuals were seen lifting a chair and two tables, smashing them to the ground. Another man was captured striking a victim with an unidentified object. At least eight individuals were later seen running across the road toward a nearby Housing Board block before disappearing from view.
Possible Motive and Ongoing Investigations
Preliminary investigations suggest that the confrontation stemmed from a dispute that escalated into violence. Authorities have not yet disclosed the details of the argument but emphasized that investigations remain ongoing to determine the circumstances leading up to the brawl.
Legal Consequences
Under Singapore law, individuals convicted of rioting while armed with deadly weapons face severe penalties. Convictions carry a maximum of 10 years in jail and caning, highlighting the seriousness with which authorities treat such violent incidents.
Police have urged members of the public who may have additional information or footage related to the incident to come forward to aid the investigation.
The case has drawn attention online, with social media users expressing concern over public safety and the nature of the violence in a densely populated area. The rapid identification and arrest of suspects demonstrate the effective use of technology and surveillance in maintaining law and order.
As investigations continue, authorities are expected to provide further updates on the charges and proceedings against the accused individuals.
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