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The Police have arrested a 20-year-old man for his suspected involvement in several cases of loanshark harassment.

On 30 June 2026, the Police were alerted to several cases of loanshark harassment islandwide, where the walls along the common corridor of the affected units were scribbled with loanshark-related graffiti.

Through ground enquiries and with the aid of images from Police cameras, officers from Bedok Police Division, Woodlands Police Division, Jurong Police Division and Police Operations Command Centre established the identity of the man and arrested him within a day. 

The man will be charged in court on 2 July 2026 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 term of up to five years, and caning of up to six strokes.

The Police will continue to take tough enforcement actions against those involved in unlicensed moneylending activities. Those who deliberately vandalise properties, cause annoyance and disrupt public safety and security, will be dealt with severely in accordance with the law.

Members of the public are advised to stay away from unlicensed moneylenders and not work with or assist them in any way. Members of the public can call the Police at ‘999’, the Police hotline at 1800-255-0000 or submit information online at www.police.gov.sg/i-witness if they suspect or know of anyone who could be involved in unlicensed moneylending activities, scams or any illicit activities. All information provided will be kept confidential.