The Police will be charging a 55-year-old man and a 48-year old woman in court on 21 May 2021 for their suspected involvement in intentionally causing harassment to their neighbours. The woman will also be charged for allegedly causing public nuisance in an unrelated incident.
On 15 May 2020, the Police received a report that stated that the duo had harassed their neighbours. Police investigations commenced upon this initial report. Whilst investigations were ongoing, the Police received several additional reports between October 2020 and January 2021 alleging similar harassment by the duo despite all parties involved in the incidents attending mediation at the Community Mediation Centre in June 2020 to seek a resolution to the matter. Investigations against the woman for additional fresh offences allegedly committed against her neighbours reported in April 2021 are also ongoing.
The alleged acts of harassment by the duo include the use of vulgarities and insulting remarks at their neighbours, spraying disinfectant towards their neighbour’s unit and occupants, as well as splashing water along the shared common corridor.
Over the course of investigations, the Police have remained in contact with the parties involved and advised all parties to minimise contact and interactions with each other.
Those found guilty of the offence of intentionally causing harassment under Section 3(2) of the Protection from Harassment Act, Chapter 256A, face a maximum penalty of a fine not exceeding $5,000, imprisonment for a term not exceeding 6 months, or both. Those found guilty of the offence of public nuisance, punishable under Section 290 of the Penal Code, Chapter 224, face a maximum penalty of a jail term of up to three months, a fine of up to $2,000, or both.
The Police do not condone any behaviour that impacts the public’s sense of safety and security in the neighbourhoods. We urge members of the public to practise neighbourliness and work together to overcome COVID-19 together.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
20 May 2021 @ 3:00 PM