A female security guard in Singapore was reportedly assaulted by a male shopper while on duty at a mall on Dec. 3.
In a Facebook post on Dec. 4, the Union of Security Employees (USE) said the incident occurred at about 11:30pm when she had informed him that the mall was closing.
While USE did not disclose the exact location, the union indicated that it occurred at a shopping mall in northern Singapore.
Suffered injuries to her hand
According to USE, the security officer, identified as Delos, was ignored by the man, reportedly in his mid-30s, who was told that the mall would be closing.
She then approached him again, but he suddenly became aggressive.
Despite attempting to keep her distance, the man allegedly advanced towards her and punched her.
She defended herself but sustained injuries to her hand, and the man fled shortly after.
Police were alerted immediately, and a report supported by CCTV footage has been filed.
Delos received medical attention and was given three days of medical leave.
"Despite the trauma, Sister Delos, the sole breadwinner for her family, has bravely returned to the same site after her medical leave," said USE.
Union condemns assault
The union also condemned the alleged attack and reiterated that security officers must be protected from abuse while carrying out their duties.
Security officers operate under the Private Security Industry Act (PSIA), which mandates their role in safeguarding lives and property.
In May 2022, it was strengthened to offer greater protection for officers.
USE has urged members of the public with information on any incidents of abuse against security officers to report them through the MyUSE app or via email at [email protected].