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Employer Faces Loan Shark Harassment After Maid’s Disappearance

 


A Filipino domestic helper employed in Singapore has allegedly fled the country after borrowing money from loan sharks and stealing $500 from her employer.

Loan Shark Involvement Uncovered Early

Ms. Zhang, a 40-year-old banker, hired Giselle, a 39-year-old Filipino maid, in July 2024. Giselle reportedly performed well at work initially. However, in August, Ms. Zhang discovered messages on Giselle's phone indicating an attempt to borrow $500 from loan sharks, with Ms. Zhang’s personal information provided as part of the application.

Although Giselle's loan attempt was unsuccessful, Ms. Zhang took her to file a police report and explicitly warned her against borrowing money from unlicensed lenders.

Maid Leaves Singapore

Believing the situation was resolved, Ms. Zhang left for Japan with her family in early December, leaving Giselle at home. On Dec 12, Ms. Zhang noticed no activity on her home CCTV cameras and reviewed earlier footage. The recording revealed Giselle leaving the house with a small bag, not to return.

Concerned about her safety, Ms. Zhang alerted the police, who informed her that Giselle had left Singapore and was believed to have returned to the Philippines.

Missing Money and Loan Shark Threats

Upon returning to Singapore on Dec 14, Ms. Zhang discovered $500 missing from her home, along with a note from a loan shark claiming Giselle owed $2,000.

Since the maid’s disappearance, loan sharks have allegedly harassed and threatened Ms. Zhang, demanding repayment.

Ongoing Challenges

Ms. Zhang’s ordeal highlights the risks of employing domestic helpers who may become entangled in financial difficulties. It also underscores the challenges employers face when dealing with loan shark harassment, even when the debts were incurred by others.

Authorities have advised victims of harassment to report such incidents promptly.



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