The Police have arrested a 26-year-old man for his suspected involvement in a case of loanshark harassment.
On 20 December 2023, the Police were alerted to a case of loanshark harassment at a residential unit along Choa Chu Kang Crescent, where black and yellow paint were splashed onto the gate of the unit. The walls beside the unit were also scribbled with loanshark-related graffiti.
Through ground enquiries and with the aid of images from Police cameras, officers from Jurong Police Division established the identity of the man and arrested him on the same day. Preliminary investigations revealed that the man was also allegedly involved in two other cases of loanshark harassments.
The man will be charged in Court on 22 December 2023 under the Moneylenders Act 2008. For first time offenders, the offence of loanshark harassment carries a fine of not less than $5,000 and not more than $50,000, with imprisonment of up to five years, and caning of up to six strokes.
The Police have zero tolerance for loanshark harassment activities. Those who deliberately vandalise properties, cause annoyance and disruptions to public safety and security, will be dealt with severely in accordance with the law.
Members of the public are advised to stay away from loansharks and not to work with or assist them in any way. The public can call the Police at ‘999’ or the X-Ah Long hotline at 1800-924-5664 if they suspect or know of anyone who could be involved in loansharking activities.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
21 December 2023 @ 10:25 PM