The Police are investigating eight men and four women, aged between 16 and 28, for alleged non-compliance with safe distancing measures under the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Control Order) Regulations 2020. Of the 12 persons investigated, one 24-year-old man is also being investigated for allegedly assaulting a Police officer, while another 23-year-old man is being investigated for allegedly using vulgarities against a Police officer.
On 4 July 2021, Police received information of a gathering in a guest room of a hotel located along Scotts Road. When officers arrived, they found 12 persons allegedly socialising inside the room and consuming alcohol. One of the men, aged 24, purportedly attempted to escape by punching a Police officer in the face. A 23-year-old man, had also allegedly hurled vulgarities at the officers.
The 24-year-old man was arrested for voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servant from his duty, while the 23-year-old man was arrested for using abusive language against a public servant. All 12 persons found in the room will also be investigated for alleged non-compliance with safe distancing measures under the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Control Order) Regulations 2020.
Investigations are ongoing.
Anyone found guilty of voluntarily causing hurt to deter public servant from his duty, punishable under Section 332 of the Penal Code, are liable for imprisonment for a term which may extend to seven years, a fine or caning.
Anyone found guilty of using abusive words against public servant, punishable under Section 6(3) of the Protection from Harassment Act, are liable for a fine not exceeding $5,000, an imprisonment term not exceeding 12 months, or both.
Anyone who are found not to be wearing a mask or not wearing a mask properly outside their place of residence are liable for a breach under Regulation 3A of the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Control Order) Regulations 2020. Offenders may face a fine not exceeding $10,000, an imprisonment term not exceeding six months, or both.
Members of the public are advised to take the prevailing safe distancing measures seriously. The Police take a stern view of abusive behaviour against public servants and irresponsible behaviour relating to the flouting of safe distancing measures. Offenders will be dealt with in accordance with the law.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
28 July 2021 @ 1:05 PM