Window of Holland Village store smashed after closing, police investigating - Mothership

The incident occurred on the night of Nov. 11.

Staff members at Anna's Gourmet, a specialty store in Holland Village's Chip Bee Gardens, were in for a rude shock on Nov. 12 after discovering it had been damaged the night before.

Speaking to Mothership, the store's owner, Anna, said her large storefront window had apparently been smashed with a rock, leaving the glass completely shattered.

The incident is believed to have occurred at about 8pm on Nov. 11, just after the store had closed for the day, she said.

It was brought to light after a resident alerted Anna and sent photos of the damage.

Photos and videos she shared depicted the extent of the damage at the store; the window was visibly cracked with a hole, and a rock was on the ground outside the store.

"The damage was extensive, and seeing a business we have worked so hard to build targeted in this way has been deeply upsetting," Anna said.

She added: "What makes this incident particularly concerning is the sense of security that businesses and residents in Singapore have come to expect.

"Chip Bee Gardens is a close-knit community, and the thought that someone would carry out such an act against a local business is both shocking and unsettling."

Noting that this is not simply a matter of repairing a broken window, Anna said: "It raises concerns about the safety of local businesses, their premises and the people who work in them".

Anna emphasised that she was sharing the incident publicly as she wants other business owners, particularly those in the surrounding area, to be aware and remain vigilant.

Despite what happened, Anna's Gourmet remains open as usual.

"We are incredibly grateful to the Chip Bee Gardens community for alerting us and for the many supportive messages we have received."

Responding to Mothership's queries, the Singapore Police Force confirmed that a report on the matter had been lodged and that they are investigating the matter.