A male Singaporean named “Arp Yorashol” was at the temple one day to pay respects to his family members who have passed on including his brother. His mum then passed him a letter from MINDEF which was addressed to a name similar to his. However, he had no clue what it was about and the letter was dated a few years back.
His mum told him that the letter was addressed to his deceased brother who died 20 years ago.
So, he called the MINDEF hotline the next day to settle the matter and the conversation went like this:
Arp Yorashol: Hello, I received this letter regarding a conscription notice for this person.
Operator: Alright, can I get the NRIC number?
Arp Yorashol: SXXXXXXXX
Operator: Oh, we have sent several letters and if he fails to turn up again, he will be charged in court.
Arp Yorashol: Oh, good luck with that
Operator: It is a serious offence for escaping NS.
Arp Yorashol: Oh, yes… I’m well aware of that. But what I’m saying is, he will not be serving his NS.
Operator: May I ask the reason why?
Arp Yorashol: Don’t you guys have records to this person?
Operator: Yes, we do. It says he is supposed to serve his NS a few years back.
Arp Yorashol: Then I’m sorry to disappoint you. He is unable to serve his NS.
Operator: We have not received any notifications regarding this. He will have to comply to the conditions stated in the letter.
Arp Yorashol: Or else?
Operator: We will issue a warrant for his arrest.
Arp Yorashol: Good luck with that. I hope you guys have contacts to the Ghostbuster.
Operator: I’m sorry?
Arp Yorashol: Well if you’re trying to arrest a dead person, the SPF probably can’t do it. I was from there, I know our capabilities.
Operator: Oh, I am sorry. When did he passed away?
Arp Yorashol: 20 odd years ago.
Operator: I see. We will update our systems
Arp Yorashol: Thank You.
Source: https://twitter.com/joulisians/status/904212427629182976
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