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11 Persons Arrested In Island-Wide Secret Societies Suppression Operation At Public Entertainment Outlets And Nightlife Establishments

The Police have arrested 11 men, aged between 19 and 61, for being suspected members of unlawful societies during island-wide secret societies suppression operation conducted on 29 and 30 November 2024. The operation was led by the Secret Societies Branch of the Criminal Investigation Department and supported by Ang Mo Kio, Jurong and Woodlands Police Divisions. 

More than 40 public entertainment outlets, nightlife establishments and food & beverage outlets, as well as close to 100 persons were checked during the island-wide operation. Police investigations against all 11 individuals are ongoing.

Anyone found guilty of being a member of an unlawful society under Section 14(3) of the Societies Act 1966 shall be liable on conviction to imprisonment for up to three years, a fine of up to $5,000, or both. 

The Police have zero tolerance towards any secret society and unlawful activities that threaten the public safety, peace, and good order of the community, and will continue to work closely with relevant stakeholders to conduct regular enforcement operations at the various public entertainment and nightlife establishments and popular congregation hotspots. Firm action will be taken against anyone who is associated with the secret societies and choose to flout the law. Members of the public are also advised to steer clear of secret society activities and to report those engaging in such unlawful activities to the Police immediately.

Photos of the Operation ▼

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PUBLIC AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
04 December 2024 @ 11:25 PM
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