The Police have arrested a 34-year-old woman for her suspected involvement in a case of shop theft in the transit area of Changi Airport.
On 17 November 2023, the Police were alerted to a case of theft at Changi Airport, after a bracelet valued at more than $2,800 was discovered missing from a retail outlet located in the transit area. Through ground enquiries and with the aid of CCTVs, officers from the Airport Police Division established the identity of the woman. However, the woman had left Singapore on a flight after she had purportedly committed the crime.
On 23 September 2024, the woman returned to Singapore and was arrested by the Police.
The woman will be charged in court on 15 October 2024 for the offence of theft in dwelling under Section 380 of the Penal Code 1871. The offence carries an imprisonment term of up to seven years and a fine.
The Police take a serious view of shop theft cases and offenders will be dealt with firmly in accordance with the law. The Police will continue to work closely with stakeholders and the community to prevent and deter shop theft cases.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
14 October 2024 @ 12:00 PM