The Police have arrested a 44-year-old woman for her suspected involvement in a series of shop theft.
Since June 2018, the Police received several reports of bags and apparels stolen from shops in shopping malls along Orchard Road.
Following ground enquiries and follow-up investigations, officers from the Tanglin Police Division established the identity of the suspect and arrested her on 6 August 2018. Three bags and one dress were seized as case exhibits.
The woman will be charged in court on 8 August 2018 with theft in dwelling under Section 380 of the Penal Code, Chapter 224. If convicted, she can be jailed for up to 7 years and fined.
The Police would also like to remind retailers to remain vigilant against shop thieves, especially when large crowds are expected. Retailers are advised to adopt the following measures:
- Ensure a good line of sight for the displays by using an appropriate shop layout;
- Display advisory posters or signage against shop theft at prominent locations;
- Display expensive merchandise in locked showcases or at prominent locations (eg. near cashier counters);
- Install CCTVs with recording system and anti-theft alarm system; and
- Deploy adequate security personnel to patrol the premises in luminous vests for increased visual deterrence effect.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
07 August 2018 @ 4:35 PM