Drunken night ends in violence as Russian man attacks Marina Bay Sands guard in elevator
A night of corporate celebrations and heavy drinking turned violent when a Russian national assaulted a security officer at Marina Bay Sands (MBS). The 45-year-old man was sentenced to 10 days in jail after placing the officer in a chokehold inside a lift.
A Corporate Night Turns Violent
Konstantin Gavrilov, a Russian citizen and Singapore permanent resident, found himself behind bars after a violent outburst in the early hours of Nov. 30, 2023. The risk manager had been attending a corporate event at Marina Bay Financial Centre Tower 1, where he drank five 330ml glasses of beer. His night continued at Ce La Vi bar with vodka, followed by more alcohol at Avenue, a club in MBS.
At around 4.51am, after bumping into patrons and causing a scene, security officers began escorting Gavrilov out of the club. Alongside two officers, a 51-year-old part-time guard with five years of experience at MBS joined to help manage the situation.
Assault Captured On CCTV
Inside the elevator, the victim held onto Gavrilov, asking him to calm down. After appearing to settle, Gavrilov suddenly swung his right arm into the officer’s face, shattering his glasses. He then placed the officer in a chokehold and dragged him around the lift.
The other officers struggled to subdue him. When the lift reached the first floor, one officer exited to get help. The remaining officer eventually freed his colleague from Gavrilov’s grip. Several more guards arrived and restrained him against a wall.
Blood Alcohol Nearly Triple The Legal Limit
Police arrived at 5.50am and arrested Gavrilov. A blood test showed his alcohol level at 204mg per 100ml—more than double Singapore’s legal driving limit of 80mg.
The entire incident inside the lift lasted approximately 31 seconds, as confirmed by closed-circuit television footage. The assaulted officer experienced facial numbness and dizziness but declined medical treatment.
Court Sentencing And Compensation
On June 6, 2025, Gavrilov pleaded guilty to voluntarily causing hurt to a security officer. While the physical damage was limited—his victim’s glasses cost only S$15 (around IDR 187,500) to repair, which Gavrilov paid—the court took the act seriously due to its violent nature. He was sentenced to 10 days in jail.
Under Singapore law, causing hurt to a public service worker carries a maximum penalty of five years’ imprisonment, a fine of up to S$10,000, or both.
This case reflects Singapore’s zero-tolerance stance on alcohol-fueled violence and the importance of safeguarding frontline workers. It sends a clear message to residents and foreigners alike—intoxicated misconduct, especially against security personnel, will not be taken lightly in a society that prizes public order and safety.
Sources: Must Share News (2025) , CNA (2025)
Keywords: MBS Assault, Russian Man Jailed, Elevator Attack, Singapore Security Officer, Alcohol Violence, Chokehold Incident
