The Police have arrested a 26-year-old woman for her suspected involvement in a case of loanshark harassment.
On 18 March 2024, the Police were alerted to a case of loanshark harassment at a residential unit along Jurong West Street 52, where red paint was splashed onto the unit.
Through ground enquiries and with the aid of images from Police cameras, officers from Jurong Police Division established the identity of the woman and arrested her on the same day. Preliminary investigations revealed that, she is believed to be involved in other cases of loanshark harassment at four other units.
The woman will be charged in court on 20 March 2024 under the Moneylenders Act 2008. For first- time offenders, the offence of loanshark harassment carries a fine between $5,000 and $50,000 with an 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, 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.
Photo of red paint splashed on unit ▼
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
19 March 2024 @ 2:00 PM