Police have arrested a 43-year-old woman for cheating-related offences. It is believed that she had given a victim a forged letter purportedly issued by a timeshare company to convince the victim that the company would make a payout if an administrative fee is paid.
Through follow-up investigations, the suspect is believed to be involved in another case in which she had used documents purportedly issued by the Supreme Court and the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) to deceive a 59-year-old victim of S$1500 on 6 Aug 2015. The documents are believed to be forged.
The accused will be charged in court on 15 August 2015 for forgery and cheating offences. If convicted, she faces a sentence of up to 10 years imprisonment and fine.
Director Commercial Affairs Department, Mr David Chew said, Police will investigate fraudulent timeshare schemes thoroughly and tirelessly to bring offenders to justice. Victims of such schemes are advised to be wary of persons who solicit payment of administrative fees to recover their investments. Where such persons purport to be government officials or produce documents purportedly issued by government agencies to support their request, please make a police report.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
14 August 2015 @ 8:20 PM