The Police arrested six women, aged between 28 and 39, following enforcement operations on three massage establishments located at Kim Keat Lane, Turf Club Road and Sophia Road on 5 and 7 October 2021.
During the operation conducted by Tanglin Police Division, six women were arrested for offences under the Women’s Charter. Preliminary investigations revealed that the women had allegedly provided or advertised to provide sexual services within these massage establishments. One of the three outlets was also allegedly found to be carrying on a business of providing massage services in an establishment for massage without a valid licence, in contravention of the Massage Establishments Act. Police investigations are ongoing.
Individuals found guilty of carrying on the business of providing massage services in an establishment for massage without a valid licence under Section 5(4) of the Massage Establishment Act, shall be fined up to $10,000, face imprisonment of up to two years, or both. For repeat offenders, the offence carries a fine not exceeding $20,000, imprisonment of up to five years, or both.
The Police will continue to take tough enforcement action against criminal activities. Those found engaging in illicit activities will be dealt with in accordance with the law.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
11 October 2021 @ 12:00 PM