The Police are investigating a 38-year-old Singaporean man and a 30-year-old Singaporean woman for offences under the Public Order Act, committed on 15 September 2019 at the Yellow Ribbon Prison Run. The Police confirm that a Police report was made, after the run, against their actions. Investigations against the duo are ongoing.
It is a criminal offence under the Public Order Act to take part in a public assembly or procession without a Police permit. Anyone convicted under Section 16(2)(a) of the Public Order Act, Chapter 257A, is liable to be fined up to $3,000. Repeat offenders are liable to be fined up to $5,000.
The Police would like to remind members of the public that there are proper avenues for Singaporeans to express their views on issues. For example, they can use the Speakers’ Corner to carry out public assemblies and speak on these issues, without the need for a permit, subject to certain conditions being met.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
17 September 2019 @ 6:35 PM