Checkpoint Officer Jailed for Molesting Tourist During Arrival Process

Mohamed Rashid Ahmad, a 70-year-old customer service officer deployed at Woodlands Checkpoint, was sentenced to five months’ jail on March 28 for molesting an 18-year-old Chinese tourist while assisting her with her SG Arrival Card.

Rashid, an employee of Forte Employment Services, was stationed at an area designated for passengers filling out arrival cards at the checkpoint. On July 26, 2024, the victim, her mother, and aunt arrived in Singapore for a day trip before heading to Malaysia. While her relatives cleared immigration via automated lanes, the victim faced issues with her arrival card and sought help from Rashid.

As she entered her details on a tablet, Rashid repeatedly tapped her groin with the back of his hand. Initially dismissing it as accidental, the victim grew uncomfortable when he persisted. When she stepped back, Rashid pushed her forward by placing his hand behind her back, bringing her closer before continuing to touch her inappropriately.

After 15 minutes, the distressed victim reported the incident to her mother, who alerted checkpoint officers. Rashid was identified and arrested the same day.

In court, Deputy Public Prosecutor Daniel Ong argued for a four-to-five-month sentence, citing Rashid’s abuse of authority as an officer assisting travellers. He exploited the victim’s reliance on him, and his actions escalated when she tried to distance herself.

Rashid pleaded guilty to one count of using criminal force to outrage modesty, which carries a maximum penalty of three years’ jail, a fine, or caning. The judge imposed a five-month jail term, considering the breach of trust and the victim’s vulnerability as a foreigner seeking assistance.

The case highlights concerns over predatory behaviour in positions of trust, particularly at high-security zones like immigration checkpoints. Authorities have not disclosed whether Rashid’s employment was terminated following the incident.

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