10 Drivers Caught in Illegal Cross-Border Ride-Hailing Crackdown

The Land Transport Authority announced on January 13, 2026, that 10 drivers were recently caught for providing illegal cross-border ride-hailing services. The arrests took place at land checkpoints and areas such as Bedok Reservoir, following enforcement efforts and tips from the National Private Hire Vehicles Association and the National Taxi Association. All 10 vehicles involved were impounded as a result. Since July 2025, the Land Transport Authority has checked more than 3,000 vehicles to ensure passenger safety and protect the livelihoods of licensed taxi and private hire drivers. Drivers who operate illegal ride-hailing services can be fined up to $3,000 and sentenced to up to six months in jail. Additionally, their vehicles may be subject to forfeiture. The authority reiterated that unlicensed services lack proper regulatory oversight and insurance, urging the public to report any illegal ride-hailing activities through the official government portal to help keep Singapore's transport landscape safe.

If you spot illegal ride-hailing services, report them at go.gov.sg/report-illegal-rides

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