SINGAPORE: Transport operator SMRT said on Tuesday (April 12) that it had lodged a police report after seeing a man without a mask smoking a cigarette on a train.
A video of the incident, posted on an Instagram account on April 8, shows the man’s mask being pulled to his chin. He appears to be smoking an e-cigarette while using his phone.
In response to CNA’s inquiry, SMRT chief communications officer Margaret Teo said: “We have received an undated video on social media showing a man not wearing a mask vaping on a train. Report to the police.”
She added: “SMRT takes this type of behavior that affects the safety of others seriously.”
“We strongly encourage our commuters to wear masks at all times in order to adhere to safe commuting guidelines and to report such incidents to our staff immediately.”
Smoking on public transport is illegal in Singapore, and offenders can be fined S$200 if caught, or up to S$1,000 if convicted in court.
In addition, e-cigarettes are banned in Singapore under the Tobacco Act. Offenders who buy, use or possess one can be fined up to S$2,000.
