Man filmed vaping at car roadshow in Punggol mall assisting with HSA investigations

A 32-year-old man is assisting with investigations after he was filmed allegedly vaping at a car roadshow at Waterway Point on Aug 30. The Health Sciences Authority (HSA), in a brief statement on its Instagram page on Sept 25, said it has identified the man who appeared to be vaping at the mall in Punggol. A video uploaded to Instagram page sgfollowsall on Sept 22 shows a man seated at a table, holding a device resembling a vape and taking several puffs; it has garnered more than 178,000 views as at the afternoon of Sept 25. According to a Facebook post by authorised dealer Vin's on Aug 21, a roadshow for Chinese electric-car brand Dongfeng was held at Waterway Point from Aug 24 to Aug 30. A Dongfeng Singapore spokesperson said on Sept 25 that the company is aware of the video, takes the matter seriously, has identified the individual involved, and is addressing it internally with the relevant parties while cooperating with authorities. The spokesperson added that Dongfeng does not condone any conduct that contravenes Singapore laws and regulations, and has reiterated the importance of complying with local laws to all personnel and partners supporting its operations and events, including Singapore's prohibition on the possession, use and purchase of e-vaporisers. As the matter is being addressed, Dongfeng Singapore is unable to comment further on the individual circumstances. To report a vape offence, people can visit https://go.gov.sg/reportvape or call HSA on 6684-2036 or 6684-2037.

(Source：The Straits Times)