The Police conducted an enforcement operation targeting unlicensed massage establishments operating along Upper Serangoon Road on 16 December 2020.
During the operation conducted by Ang Mo Kio Police Division, five massage establishments were found to be operating without a valid license. Police investigations are ongoing.
Under the Massage Establishment Act 2017, operators of unlicensed massage establishments are liable for enhanced penalties. The offence of carrying on a business of providing massage services in an establishment for massage without a valid license carries a fine not exceeding S$10,000, or an imprisonment of up two years, or both. For repeat offenders, the offence carries a fine not exceeding S$20,000, or an imprisonment of up five years, or both.
The Police will also take action against landlords who knowingly lease their premises to unlicensed operators.
Actions will be taken against the operators for flouting the rules and regulations under the Massage Establishment Act 2017. The Police will continue to take tough enforcement action against those found breaking the law.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
18 December 2020 @ 4:25 PM