What led to the second act of vandalism on the NParks crow trap?

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Second Vandalism of NParks Crow Trap Occurred After Repairs Were Made

The second act of vandalism on the National Parks Board (NParks) crow trap on March 2 was precipitated by the trap's repair and the perpetrator's subsequent return. Following the initial damage where Mohd Yusrin Bin Mohd Yusof used a rock to smash the lock and release three birds, wildlife pest control workers inspected the trap and replaced the damaged lock later that day. Yusrin then returned to the repaired trap at approximately 10:59 PM on the same evening. Upon his return, Yusrin toppled the cage with his hands, resulting in the escape of another bird.
Initial Vandalism and Subsequent Repairs

The sequence of events began with Yusrin's initial act of mischief on March 2, shortly after midnight. He used a rock to break the lock on the NParks crow trap, which had been placed near Block 51 Havelock Road as part of a population control effort. This action led to the release of three trapped crows. In response, NParks personnel conducted an inspection and replaced the damaged lock on the same day to restore the trap's functionality.
Yusrin's Return and Second Act of Vandalism

Undeterred by the repairs, Mohd Yusrin Bin Mohd Yusof returned to the NParks crow trap later that night. His second appearance at the trap occurred around 10:59 PM on March 2. This time, instead of using an object, Yusrin physically toppled the cage with his hands. This deliberate action allowed another bird that had been caught in the trap to escape.
Motivation and Legal Consequences

Yusrin admitted to deliberately damaging the trap on both occasions due to his belief that the birds were suffering and his desire to set them free. He further explained in mitigation that he empathised with the trapped crows because he was lonely and lacked friends. Despite his stated motivations, the court sentenced him to 24 days in jail after he pleaded guilty to one count of mischief for disrupting the duties of a public agency. The judge acknowledged Yusrin's sympathy but stressed that compassion could not justify illegal actions, stating that community control over certain matters must be exercised and compassion cannot override reason.

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