Central Police Division conducted a series of enforcement operations against errant liquor outlet operators in Little India from 5 to 27 January 2019.
During the month-long operation, a total of 18 liquor outlets were checked. 10 outlets were found to have contravened licensing conditions under the Liquor Control Act of which three were found to be repeated offenders. Preliminary investigations revealed that these outlets were selling liquor during restricted hours. Some of these outlets also allowed patrons to consume alcohol within their premises during restricted hours.
Investigations are ongoing.
The Police have issued advisory stickers to liquor outlets in Little India to remind owners and members of the public that the sale of liquor is prohibited during restricted hours. Actions will be taken against the operators for flouting the rules and regulations under the Liquor Control Act. The Police takes a serious view of operators found breaking the law and will continue to take tough enforcement stance against such activities.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
28 January 2019 @ 4:15 PM