Large crowds are expected in the vicinity of Orchard Road, Clarke Quay and Gardens by the Bay on Christmas Eve (24 December 2019) and Christmas Day (25 December 2019).
Police officers, auxiliary police officers, and security officers will be deployed to manage crowds in these areas, to ensure the safety and security of the public. Crowd control barricades and direction signs will also be put up to facilitate safe and orderly dispersal. The public is advised to be patient and follow officers’ instructions.
Officers from the Protective Security Command, Emergency Response Teams and the Special Operations Command will also be conducting enhanced patrols during this period.
Security personnel may conduct checks on bags and personal items. Members of the public are advised to cooperate with these officers to facilitate the checks.
The public is also advised to be vigilant against molesters, pickpockets, and thieves. In previous incidents, culprits used items to cause distraction, such as foam to cover victims’ eyes, before molesting them.
The public is reminded to be considerate and avoid engaging in activities and/or use of party novelty items, including aerosol foam sprays, that may annoy or compromise the safety of others. The public is also strongly advised to refrain from flying unmanned aircraft in the area and its vicinity.
The Police will not hesitate to take action against anyone who causes public nuisance or breaks the law.
While the Police have implemented enhanced security measures, everyone has a critical role to play in ensuring the safety and security of Singapore. The Police would like to remind the public to remain vigilant and adopt the following crime prevention measures:
- Look after your belongings at all times;
- Be cautious when approached by strangers who try to get very close to you;
- Avoid carrying large amounts of cash or wearing excessive jewelry to crowded places;
- Ensure your bag is closed at all times and sling it in front of you;
- Avoid placing your wallet in your back pocket;
- Avoid contact/confrontation with unruly crowds and;
- Approach any police officer or dial ‘999’ for urgent assistance.
As we enjoy the festivities, we urge everyone to #StayAlert, #StayUnited and #StayStrong in our fight against crime and terrorism. Anyone with information on suspicious persons or activities can contact the Internal Security Department at 1800-2626-473 or the Police at 999, or SMS to 71999 or submit the information online at www.police.gov.sg/iwitness. Members of the public can also download the SGSecure App from Google Play Store or the Apple App Store to provide information to the authorities.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
17 December 2019 @ 3:10 PM