A 60-year-old woman in Singapore was fined S$9,000 for repeatedly feeding pigeons, less than a year after being convicted for the same offense. The court emphasized the public health risks and the woman's recalcitrant behavior.
A 60-year-old Singapore an woman, Yuen Li Shuen, has been fined S$9,000 for repeatedly feeding pigeons illegally, despite having been fined S$4,800 just months prior for the same offense. Yuen, who claimed she acted out of compassion, was found guilty of six charges under the Wildlife Act , with an additional eleven charges taken into consideration. The authorities emphasized that Yuen's actions posed a public health risk and caused distress to the local community.
The court's decision underscores the persistent problem of illegal bird feeding in Singapore and the associated penalties for those who defy the law. This case highlights the challenges faced by authorities in curbing this behavior and the importance of public awareness regarding wildlife feeding regulations. Yuen's repeated offenses demonstrate a blatant disregard for the law and the potential negative consequences of her actions, necessitating a significant increase in the fine imposed by the court.\Following her previous conviction in April of the previous year, Yuen resumed feeding pigeons just a month later, engaging in the prohibited activity 17 times. These incidents occurred both in public spaces, like Tanjong Pagar and Chai Chee, and from her residential flat. The National Parks Board (NParks) conducted surveillance after receiving reports from the Tanjong Pagar Town Council about her continued feeding, which occurred twice daily. NParks officials discovered her multiple times feeding the birds and confirmed her admissions during investigation. The prosecutor argued for a S$9,000 fine, a heavier penalty than the previous conviction due to Yuen’s recalcitrant behavior, highlighting the public health concerns linked to pigeon feeding. The prosecutor emphasized that pigeons can transmit diseases, and their droppings pollute the environment. Moreover, feeding pigeons near residential units impacts the neighbors, causing bird flocks, droppings, pests, and the spread of diseases. The prosecutor pointed out that residential feeding can be challenging to detect because the offenders are partly hidden within their homes. The severity of the fine aimed to reflect the detrimental consequences of her actions and to deter similar conduct in the future, as each violation could have led to a fine of up to S$10,000. \In mitigation, Yuen only stated that she pleaded guilty and requested to pay the fine in installments. The court allowed her to pay S$4,500 upfront and the remaining amount by May. The case underscores the broader issue of illegal bird feeding, particularly among seniors, who are responsible for approximately half of such offenses. NParks has documented nearly 320 cases of illegal bird feeding annually from 2023 to 2025. The authorities are actively working to address this issue through enforcement and education to protect public health and the environment. This case acts as a reminder that the authorities take these offenses seriously, and the penalties for repeat offenders can be significantly higher. The persistent nature of the illegal feeding, despite previous warnings and fines, demonstrates a concerning disregard for the law and the negative impact on the community. The increased fine imposed by the court reflects the severity of the offense and the need to deter similar behavior. The authorities continue to monitor and address illegal bird feeding to safeguard the environment and the well-being of the residents
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