Singapore union backs guards after HK principal's profanity-laced parking spat
A Hong Kong principal resigned after swearing at security guards over a parking dispute in Singapore.
Singapore’s Union of Security Employees (USE) has publicly backed security guards involved in a heated confrontation with a Hong Kong school principal, Lee Cheuk-hing, who was caught on video swearing at them. The incident occurred on May 22 at about 5.30pm at SAFRA Jurong, a recreational club. According to USE, a chartered tour bus carrying 34 students stopped on unbroken double yellow lines outside the gates, completely blocking traffic entering SAFRA during peak childcare dismissal hours. This caused a severe traffic bottleneck, preventing parents from picking up their children. The union stated the guards received an 'aggressive verbal tirade of profanities' from Lee.
Lee, the principal of San Wui Commercial Society Secondary School in Tuen Mun, was in Singapore with a student group. After the video went viral, Lee tendered his resignation and apologized for his failure to 'lead by example.' The school had already suspended him, with the school’s manager noting his actions did not meet public expectations. USE’s statement stands firmly behind the security personnel, emphasizing their duty to manage traffic and safety. The incident highlights tensions around respect for frontline workers and the consequences of public outbursts.
- Lee Cheuk-hing, principal of a Hong Kong school, swore at security guards after his bus blocked traffic on double yellow lines at SAFRA Jurong.
- The bus carrying 34 students caused a severe bottleneck during peak childcare hours, affecting parents collecting children.
- Lee resigned and apologized; the school manager said he failed to lead by example despite claiming to protect students.
Why It Matters
This incident underscores the importance of respecting frontline service workers and the lasting reputational damage from public misconduct.