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The Police have arrested a 20-year-old man for his suspected involvement in loansharking activities.  

On 22 October 2025, the Police were alerted to a case of loanshark harassment at a residential unit along Choa Chu Kang Avenue 3, where the unit’s main gate was splashed with red paint and writings in black ink were found on the wall outside the unit.

With the aid of images from police cameras, officers from Jurong Police Division established the identity of the man and arrested him on the next day. 

The man will be charged in court on 25 October 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 and disruption 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’ if they suspect or know of anyone who could be involved in loansharking activities.

Writing in black ink on wall outside unit



Unit splashed with red paint