The Police have arrested a 28-year-old man for his suspected involvement in a case of loanshark harassment.
On 12 May 2025 at 9.25am, the Police were alerted to a case of loanshark harassment at a residential unit along Bedok Reservoir Road, where the main gate and door of the residential unit was splashed with red paint, and a debtor’s note was left behind.
Through follow-up investigations and with the aid of images from Police cameras, officers from Bedok Police Division established the identity of the man and arrested him within the same day. Preliminary investigations revealed that the man is allegedly involved in other similar cases of loanshark harassment.
The man will be charged in court on 14 May 2025 under the Moneylenders Act 2008. For first-time offenders, the offence of loanshark harassment carries a fine between $5,000 and $50,000, with imprisonment of up to five years, and caning of up to six strokes.
The Police have zero tolerance against loanshark harassment activities. Those who deliberately vandalise properties, cause annoyance or disruption to public safety 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’ if they suspect or know of anyone who could be involved in loansharking activities.
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
13 May 2025 @ 8:30 PM