The Police have arrested 13 men, aged between 48 and 72, during an enforcement operation conducted by Woodlands Police Division along Marsiling Estate on 23 August 2020.
During the operation, all thirteen individuals were arrested for offences under the Betting Act. Cash of more than $4,660 and gambling paraphernalia were seized during the operation.
Investigations against the thirteen individuals are ongoing.
Under the Betting Act, the offence of acting as a bookmaker carries a fine of not less than $20,000 and not more than $200,000 and shall also be punished with imprisonment for a term not exceeding five years. The offence of betting with a bookmaker carries a fine not exceeding $5,000, or an imprisonment term not exceeding six months, or both.
The Police will continue to clamp down on criminal activities, including illegal gambling. Those found engaging in illicit activities will be dealt with sternly in accordance with the law.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
24 August 2020 @ 8:30 PM