The Police have arrested a 33-year-old man for his suspected involvement in a case of outrage of modesty.
On 4 July 2019, at about 3.50pm, the Police received a report that a female victim had been molested by an unknown man on a bus.
Through ground enquiries, officers from Woodlands Police Division established the identity of the man and arrested him on 5 July 2019
The man will be charged in court on 6 July 2019 with outrage of modesty under Section 354(2) of the Penal Code, Chapter 224. Anyone convicted for outrage of modesty can be jailed for up to 5 years, fined and caned.
Members of the public are advised to seek help immediately from those around you if you are molested. Take note of the prominent features and attire of the suspect as well as the direction in which he or she went. Call ‘999’ as soon as possible to increase the chances of apprehending the suspect early. If it is safe to do so, the victim or other witnesses of the crime may assist to detain the suspect while waiting for the Police to arrive.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
05 July 2019 @ 7:40 PM