A 23-year-old woman died after falling from a Housing Development Board (HDB) block in Hougang on 13 Nov 2025.
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) received an alert at 11:30am about a fall from height at 649 Hougang Avenue 8.
Woman Pronounced Dead at Scene After Fall from Hougang HDB Flat
The woman was discovered lying motionless at the foot of the block. A paramedic from the Singapore Civil Defence Force pronounced her dead at the scene.
A photo of the incident was shared on a Facebook group for domestic workers. The post claimed that the woman was a domestic worker from Myanmar, though this has not been officially confirmed.
Police Do Not Suspect Foul Play in Hougang Death
Based on preliminary investigations, the police do not suspect foul play.
Police investigations are ongoing.
Several helplines are available for those who need support. The Samaritans of Singapore operates a 24-hour hotline at 1-767.
The Singapore Association for Mental Health can be reached at 1800-283-7019. The Institute of Mental Health provides round-the-clock assistance at 6389-2222.
Domestic workers can contact the Centre for Domestic Employees at 1800 225 5233, which operates 24 hours. The Foreign Domestic Worker Association for Social Support and Training is available at 1800 339 4357, also operating 24 hours.
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