Pasir Ris Homeowner Expresses Frustration as Passersby Rummage Through Discarded Items A Pasir Ris homeowner is facing an unsightly dilemma after passersby have repeatedly rummaged through items she has discarded, leading to an accumulation of “mountains of rubbish.” Ms. Tan, a resident of Pasir Ris Drive 1, said that she has tried to dispose of unwanted items properly by placing them in designated waste disposal areas or recycling bins. However, individuals have been scavenging through her discards and leaving a trail of mess behind. “They don’t want to listen when I tell them to stop,” she lamented. “I’ve had to clean up after them multiple times, but it just keeps happening.” The situation has escalated in recent weeks, resulting in a significant buildup of litter in the vicinity of her home. Ms. Tan expressed concern that the unsightly mess not only detracts from the aesthetics of the neighborhood but also poses a potential health hazard. Passerby Mr. Wong, who witnessed the aftermath of the scavenging, shared Ms. Tan’s frustration. “It’s a real eyesore,” he said. “People come here and throw things wherever they want. It’s disrespectful to the homeowner and the community.” The Pasir Ris Town Council has been contacted regarding the issue. A spokesperson said that they are aware of the situation and are working with Ms. Tan to find a solution. “We encourage residents to dispose of their waste responsibly in designated areas,” the spokesperson stated. “Scavenging is not allowed and can create litter problems.” Ms. Tan hopes that increased awareness and enforcement efforts will deter individuals from rummaging through discarded items. She emphasized the importance of respecting private property and maintaining a clean and orderly environment.Garbage Mountain Accumulates After Residents Dump Discarded ItemsGarbage Mountain Accumulates After Residents Dump Discarded Items A housewife in Pasir Ris found herself at the center of a garbage crisis last Thursday after placing unwanted items in boxes next to a recycling bin. Passersby, eager to find “treasures,” began rummaging through the items, creating a massive pile of trash that blocked the common area. Over the next three days, city hall cleaning crews worked overtime to clear the mess, removing three barrels of rubbish each day. However, the situation worsened when another resident abandoned cardboard boxes and appliances near the elevator lobby. The ongoing home improvement program in the neighborhood has contributed to the increased garbage, as residents engage in spring cleaning and dispose of unwanted items. Despite warnings from the housewife, residents continued to scavenge through the discarded items, making it difficult for cleaners to maintain the area. In addition to the common areas, garbage chutes were also filled with debris, requiring cleaners to manually remove it. Residents expressed concern over the noise and potential hazard posed by fragile items being thrown down the chutes. According to Shin Min Daily News, one angry resident even yelled out of a window to stop the throwing. The Pasir Ris-Punggol City Council responded by removing the dumped items and issuing notices to residents on proper disposal methods. The council also provides a bulky waste removal service for residents to dispose of unwanted items.A Pasir Ris homeowner is frustrated after passers-by repeatedly rummaged through her discarded items, resulting in a growing pile of rubbish outside her home. The homeowner, who only wanted to be known as Ms. Low, said she had been discarding old clothes, furniture, and other household items in front of her home for several weeks. She was aware that people in the neighborhood would occasionally take some of the discarded items, but she was shocked to find a “mountain of rubbish” piling up in front of her gate. Ms. Low said she had noticed people stopping by her home and taking away items since she started discarding them. Initially, she was happy that her discarded items were being reused or recycled, but she quickly realized that some people were taking advantage of the situation. “They didn’t want to listen,” Ms. Low said. “I told them that some of the items were still usable, and I even offered them to them, but they just kept taking everything, even the broken and unusable items.” Ms. Low said she had tried to stop the people from rummaging through her discarded items, but her pleas had been ignored. She even considered putting up a sign asking people not to take the items, but she was worried that it would be ineffective. “I don’t know what else to do,” Ms. Low said. “I’m tired of cleaning up the mess they make, and I’m worried about the health hazards that the rubbish could pose.” Ms. Low said she had reported the issue to the authorities, but she had not yet received a response. She hoped that the authorities would take action to prevent people from rummaging through her discarded items and creating a public nuisance.