Singapore’s National Parks Board (NParks) has concluded that recent fish deaths at a condominium pond were not the result of intentional cruelty. The incident stemmed from lapses in processes carried out by the cleaning company responsible for maintaining the pond. NParks advised the company following the incident, indicating procedural shortcomings led to the fish fatalities. While the exact nature of these lapses wasn’t detailed, the investigation determined no malicious intent was involved. The case highlights the importance of proper protocols during pond maintenance to ensure the safety of aquatic life. Investigations suggest the cleaning process negatively impacted the pond’s ecosystem, leading to the deaths. NParks continues to monitor the situation and work with the management to restore the pond’s health.