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French Teen Faces Two Years in Prison for Vending Machine Incident in Singapore

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An 18-year-old French student, Didier Gaspard Owen Maximilien, is facing up to two years in prison in Singapore after allegedly licking a straw from a vending machine and placing it back. The incident occurred on March 12 and was recorded and shared on social media, prompting an investigation. He has been charged with public disorder and damage, with the latter potentially leading to significant penalties. The vending machine company, IJOOZ, had to replace 500 straws due to the incident. The student, studying at Essec Business School's Singapore campus, has been released on bail of approximately $3,920, with his next court hearing scheduled for May 22.

Key Details: • Incident occurred on March 12, 2023. • Next court hearing set for May 22, 2023. • Bail set at approximately $3,920 (5,000 Singapore dollars). • IJOOZ replaced 500 straws due to the incident.

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