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  A 39-year-old man has been arrested by the Ang Mo Kio Police Division for suspected involvement in loanshark harassment. The arrest follows an incident reported on May 3, 2024, where coffee was splashed outside a residential unit on Ang Mo Kio Avenue 4. Utilizing ground inquiries and surveillance footage, the police identified and apprehended the suspect on May 8, 2024, seizing a mobile phone as evidence. Preliminary investigations suggest the man may be linked to other similar cases. He is scheduled to appear in court on May 10, 2024, facing charges under the Moneylenders Act 2008. Loanshark harassment carries penalties including fines, imprisonment, and caning. The police reaffirm their commitment to combat such activities, emphasizing the severe consequences for those disrupting public safety and peace. ***Credits: Singapore Police Force

  Siew Weng Chuin, a 25-year-old former police officer, was fined S$500 after admitting to cheating a noodle stall operator in Hougang. Instead of paying for his orders totaling S$36.50, Siew transferred money between his bank accounts and deceived the operator into believing he had made payments via PayNow. The court heard that Siew repeated this deception multiple times, showing fabricated transaction records to the victim. Despite the victim's attempts to contact him regarding the unpaid amounts, Siew provided false information. He was confronted by the victim and later arrested. Siew has since resigned from the Singapore Police Force and made full restitution for his actions. He faced a potential jail term of up to three years or a fine for cheating. ***Picture for illustration purposes

  Li Ye, a 37-year-old from China, has been charged with the murder of 56-year-old Lim Lai Guan at City Gate Residences on Beach Road. The incident occurred around 1:40 am on May 8. While the nature of their relationship is unconfirmed, reports suggest Li was Lim’s girlfriend. During her court appearance via video link, Li contended that she committed manslaughter, not murder. The court has ordered her to remain in custody for further investigation, with a follow-up hearing scheduled for May 16. Authorities discovered Lim unconscious in his condominium, he later died in the hospital. A knife was recovered at the scene. Li faces a potential death penalty if convicted of murder. ****Picture for illustration purposes only.

  Singapore Police have detained two individuals, aged 19 and 24, linked to loansharking activities after a residential gate was locked with a bicycle lock in Ang Mo Kio Ave 6 on April 26, 2024. With assistance from CCTV footage, the Ang Mo Kio Police Division officers identified and arrested the suspects on May 4, 2024, in Jurong West Street 52. They are also suspected in another similar incident. Facing charges under the Moneylenders Act 2008, the accused could receive penalties including a fine ranging from $5,000 to $50,000, up to five years in prison, and up to six strokes of the cane. The arrests reflect the police's strict enforcement against loanshark-related harassment and disruptions to public order. **Picture for illustration purposes

  A 63-year-old woman was arrested following a string of shop thefts at Harbourfront Walk and Bayfront Avenue. The arrest occurred after a store manager reported her suspicious behavior on the evening of May 5, 2023. Detained with several unpaid items at the scene, police later recovered over 100 branded apparels worth more than $5,500 from her residence. The suspect is linked to multiple thefts across several retail outlets in the area. Scheduled for a court appearance on May 7, 2024, she faces charges under Section 380 of the Penal Code, risking up to seven years in prison and a fine. The police are emphasizing retail security enhancement and vigilance against shoplifting, recommending strategies such as improved store layouts, clear signage, secure displays for high-value items, strategic CCTV placement, and visible security personnel.

A 22-year-old man was arrested on suspicion of public drunkenness after an alarming incident involving an armored vehicle. Early on May 3, 2024, the man attempted to enter the vehicle while officers from the Auxiliary Police Force were loading it with cash cartridges on Queen Street. After being asked to leave, he later grabbed onto the vehicle’s rear as it traveled from Victoria Street to Stamford Road, a distance of about 850 meters. He detached himself and walked away when the vehicle stopped. Police captured him within two hours along Stamford Road. Set for a court appearance on May 4, he faces charges under the Liquor Control Act, which may result in a fine, imprisonment, or both. The police have emphasized the seriousness of such reckless behaviors that endanger public safety.  

  Early on May 2nd, 2024, police responded to an armed robbery on Jalan Selamat where a 28-year-old man allegedly assaulted a victim and demanded S$5000, armed with scissors. Authorities quickly identified and arrested the suspect within 16 hours, recovering S$3400 of the stolen cash. Charged under strict provisions of the Penal Code, the accused faces a severe penalty including a potential 20-year prison term and mandatory caning. The police urge the public to remain vigilant and report crimes immediately.

  Two Malaysian men, Goh Boon Tong and Muhammad Tauffiq Ahmad Fauzi, were charged with armed gang robbery for stealing over S$4.3 million worth of valuables in a King Albert Park residence on April 18th.  A group of more than four men had robbed 6 victims. They allegedly used parangs and baseball bats during the robbery and also restrained five other individuals.  Both men were arrested in Malaysia and are facing charges that carry up to 20 years in jail and 24 strokes of the cane.  Police are searching for the remaining suspects involved.

  A 27-year-old man will face charges on 2 May 2024 for allegedly trespassing into his ex-girlfriend's home and assaulting her, causing minor injuries. The incident, reported to the police on 29 April 2024, occurred in Bukit Batok West Avenue 9. Following a swift investigation aided by police camera footage, the suspect was apprehended early on 1 May 2024. He is charged with criminal trespass, which could lead to a three-month jail term or a $1,500 fine, and voluntarily causing hurt, punishable by up to three years in prison or a $5,000 fine. The Police have zero tolerance towards offenders who threaten the safety of the community, and offenders will be dealt with sternly in accordance with the law.

  Twelve individuals are under investigation by the Singapore Police Force for their alleged involvement in an extortion scheme that targeted various victims, including Members of Parliament, by using manipulated obscene images. During a recent two-week operation, the police discovered the individuals, aged between 18 and 46, had reportedly provided bank accounts and SIM cards to support these criminal activities, often linked to overseas scam syndicates. The suspects reportedly earned commissions for their involvement. Authorities have seized electronic devices and recovered about S$115,000 (US$84,000) in suspected criminal proceeds. A 23-year-old woman among the group will face charges under the Computer Misuse Act for facilitating unauthorized access to computer material. Over 170 reports of extortion have been filed in recent months, with victims receiving letters threatening to leak 'compromising' photos and videos unless a ransom was paid.

  A Singaporean father was sentenced to 34.5 years in prison and 12 strokes of the cane after pleading guilty to the culpable homicide of his five-year-old daughter, Ayeesha, and the abuse of her younger brother. The 44-year-old, whose name is withheld to protect the surviving child's identity, was accused of subjecting his children to extreme physical abuse and neglect, including confining them naked in a toilet for nearly 10 months. The children were often used as outlets for his frustrations, suffering regular beatings and starvation. Ayeesha succumbed to a fatal head injury in August 2017 after her father struck her face up to 20 times. The case has been described by the judge as involving "inhumane, disgusting abuse," warranting a sentence that reflects the community's abhorrence. The prosecution highlighted the severe physical, mental, and emotional trauma inflicted on the children, with Ayeesha's brother also suffering from malnutrition and developmental de...

  On April 23, 2024, Singapore Customs officers conducted a successful operation at an industrial unit on Sungei Kadut Street 1, leading to the arrest of four individuals and the seizure of 2,952 cartons of duty-unpaid cigarettes. The operation spotted suspicious activities involving a prime mover towing a fuel bowser, which was used to transport the illicit goods. Two Singaporeans, aged 23 and 29, were caught transferring cigarettes from the bowser to a van, while a 39-year-old Malaysian prime mover driver and another 23-year-old Singaporean were also apprehended. The total duty and GST evaded in this operation amounted to approximately $319,914. The customs authorities have confiscated the cigarettes along with the vehicles involved, highlighting the serious penalties for dealing in duty-unpaid goods under Singapore's customs regulations. Court proceedings are currently ongoing for the arrested individuals. Credits: www.customs.gov.sg

From April 21 to 26, 2024, the Central Narcotics Bureau (CNB) conducted an extensive anti-drug operation across Singapore, resulting in the arrest of 67 suspected drug offenders. The operation led to the seizure of various drugs including 572g of cannabis, 222g of heroin, and 55g of 'Ice', with an estimated total street value of approximately $62,000. Notable raids in Bukit Batok and Corporation Drive uncovered significant quantities of drugs, including a major cannabis haul of 314g. The operation highlighted ongoing efforts to combat drug trafficking and abuse, with one of the youngest arrested being a 16-year-old girl. The CNB reaffirmed the illegality of possessing any part of the cannabis plant, emphasizing the severe penalties under Singapore's Misuse of Drugs Act.  

  Singapore Police have detained 13 women and one man, aged 22 to 59, following vice raids conducted on 24 and 25th April, 2024. The operations by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) and Central Police Division targeted hotels and residences along Bras Basah Road, Havelock Road, Shanghai Road, and Orchard Road. During the raids, the police seized about $40,000 in cash, mobile phones, and other items linked to vice activities. A 59-year-old man, believed to be the facilitator of an online vice syndicate, is set to be charged on April 29 under the Women’s Charter for aiding prostitution. The ongoing investigations are part of a broader crackdown on organized vice activities, with severe penalties including imprisonment and hefty fines for those found guilty.

  Singapore Police apprehended four men, aged between 33 and 53, for allegedly selling counterfeit mobile phones as part of a cheating scam. Reports filed on April 21 and 25, 2024, revealed victims were duped into buying fake branded phones priced between $180 and $400. These transactions occurred after the suspects claimed they needed cash and offered the phones at discounts. The victims later confirmed the devices were counterfeit through checks at authorized retailers. Following thorough investigations by the Clementi Police Division, the suspects were arrested on April 26, 2024, and multiple phones and accessories suspected to be fake were seized, along with their personal mobile devices. The suspects are set to be charged on April 27, 2024, under Section 420 of the Penal Code, facing up to 10 years in prison and a fine. The police caution the public to be wary of deals that seem too good to be true and to buy high-value items only from reputable sources.

  The Singapore Police Force warns about the resurgence of fake bulk order scams affecting renovation contractors, design firms, and suppliers of home improvement materials. Since April 12, 2024, five businesses have reported losses totaling approximately $25,000 due to these scams. Scammers, posing as customers, contact businesses to place orders for large quantities of goods, often requesting items that the business does not readily stock. They then suggest a specific “supplier” from whom the businesses can purchase these items. Victims are deceived by fake payment proofs into making payments to these "suppliers," who eventually become uncontactable, along with the fake customer. The police urge businesses to remain cautious, verify their trading partners, and use tools like the ScamShield App to detect potential scams. Businesses and individuals are encouraged to report suspicious activities to the authorities or through the Anti-Scam Helpline at 1800-722-6688 and to share...

  Twenty drivers, aged between 28 and 51, will be charged in court on April 25, 2024, for failing breathalyzer tests conducted between January and March 2024 during routine traffic stops. One motorist, a 51-year-old man, faces an additional charge for leaving his vehicle in a yellow box at a junction while under the influence of alcohol, causing disruption and posing a danger to other road users. This incident occurred on March 12, 2024, at the junction of Bedok North Street 1 and Bedok North Drive. For first-time offenders, drink driving can result in a fine of $2,000 to $10,000, up to 12 months in jail, or both. Repeat offenders face harsher penalties. The additional traffic offense can lead to a fine of up to $2,000 or three months in jail for a first-time offense. The Traffic Police emphasize the importance of adhering to traffic regulations to ensure road safety and warn of strict actions against violators.

  A tragic accident at the junction of Tampines Avenue 1 and Tampines Avenue 4 on the morning of April 22, 2024, involving four cars, a van, and a minibus, resulted in the deaths of a 17-year-old girl and a 57-year-old woman, both passengers. Additionally, eight other individuals were injured and taken to the hospital. Following the incident, a 42-year-old male car driver was arrested after he was discharged from hospital and his driving license was suspended. He will face charges in court on April 25, 2024, for dangerous driving causing death and hurt, failing to stop after the accident and other related offenses. T he ongoing investigation may lead to further charges. The police continue to urge all motorists to adhere strictly to traffic laws to ensure road safety.

  Mitchell Ong, a 43-year-old Singaporean, is being held in custody in Spain, accused of murdering fellow Singaporean Audrey Fang. Ong was arrested after a grey Nissan Qashqai he rented was seen on CCTV near where Fang’s body was discovered on April 10 in an almond grove off the RM-422 highway in Abanilla. Fang had been stabbed 30 times and suffered head trauma. The vehicle was parked at the crime scene for 18 minutes on the evening of April 9, the day Fang disappeared. Further investigations have linked Ong and Fang’s mobile phones to the same location at the time of the murder, and Ong's sneakers matched footprints at the scene. Spanish authorities are continuing their investigation, focusing on possible economic motives behind the killing. Image Credit: instagram/strongestasian

  A tragic accident at the junction of Tampines Avenue 1 and Tampines Avenue 4 at 7:07 AM on Monday, April 22, 2024, resulted in the deaths of two individuals and injuries to eight others. The incident involved a black Saab, which reportedly ran a red light while overtaking a white Mercedes along Bedok Reservoir Road. Caught on camera, the Saab sideswiped the Mercedes and narrowly missed a motorcyclist before crashing into the busy junction, affecting six vehicles. Among the deceased were a 17-year-old junior college student and a 57-year-old female van passenger, both of whom succumbed to their injuries after being transported to the hospital. The collision also injured two children, aged 11, among others. Rest in Peace to the deceased, and speedy recovery to the victims involved.