Police NSF, 23, found in toilet with apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound to the neck

He was found alone by his teammates in a toilet at about 9pm, said police.

A 23-year-old full-time police national serviceman was found with a gunshot wound to his neck at 328 Pasir Panjang Road on Oct 15.

He was found alone by his teammates in a toilet at about 9pm, police said in a news release.

A check by ST shows that a Shell petrol station is located at the address.

The officer, who was on duty, was taken conscious to hospital. His service revolver and remaining ammunition were accounted for and seized at the scene.

No other person was injured.

Based on preliminary investigations, the wound was believed to be self-inflicted, and police said they do not suspect foul play.

Police investigations are ongoing.

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Gabrielle Andres for The Straits Times

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