The Police are investigating a 47-year-old man for public nuisance and uttering words with deliberate intent to wound the racial feelings of others in relation to an incident at Pasir Ris Beach Park.
Preliminary investigations revealed that on 2 May 2021 at about 6.00pm, the man had allegedly uttered offensive remarks towards an Indian family and confronted a male member of the family for not wearing his mask at Pasir Ris Beach Park.
Police investigations are ongoing and the man is assisting with investigations.
The offence of public nuisance under Section 290 of the Penal Code, carries an imprisonment term of up to three months, a fine of up to $2,000, or both. The offence of uttering words with deliberate intent to wound the racial feelings of any person under Section 298 of the Penal Code, carries an imprisonment term of up to three years, a fine of up to $5,000, or both.
The Police take a serious view of such acts that have the potential to damage racial harmony in Singapore. Any person who makes remarks or takes action that can cause ill-will and hostility between the different races or groups will be dealt with swiftly and in accordance with the law.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
13 May 2021 @ 3:15 AM