The Police have arrested a 19-year-old teenager for his suspected involvement in a case of loanshark harassment.
On 2 June 2024, the Police were alerted to a case of loanshark harassment at a residential unit along Bukit Batok West Avenue 6, where loanshark writings were scribbled on the wall. A can of red paint was also recovered from the staircase landing.
Through ground enquiries and with the aid of images from Police cameras, officers from Jurong Police Division established the identity of the teenager and arrested him within three hours. Preliminary investigations revealed that the teenager is allegedly involved in other similar cases of loanshark harassment islandwide.
The teenager will be charged in court on 4 June 2024. For first time offenders, the offence of loanshark harassment carries a fine not less than $5,000 and not more than $50,000 with mandatory imprisonment of up to five years and mandatory 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, peace 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 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.
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SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
03 June 2024 @ 6:37 PM