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Singapore police are investigating an incident where an elderly man was allegedly pushed to the ground after patting a child's head. A police report has been lodged regarding the dispute.
Members of the band Massive Attack reported being detained and questioned by Singapore police following a concert.
Singapore police are warning the public about a scam that uses fake GST Voucher Telegram messages to hijack accounts. Victims are tricked into disclosing personal information and Telegram verification codes after clicking bogus links.
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) has launched a new Cyber Command, described as the 'tip of the spear' in the fight against scams. The unit aims to be a specialized, non-typical police unit focused on cybercrime.
Jho Low remains wanted by Singapore police, even as efforts for clemency are reportedly underway in the United States.
A former Singapore police officer has been sentenced to jail and caning for molesting a teenage boy while disguised as a woman. He also filmed other individuals without their consent.
The Singapore Police Force obtained footage of an AI-generated Zoom video conference used in a scam where a victim lost US$3.8 million after being targeted by impersonators of senior government officials, including Prime Minister Lawrence Wong.
A 37-year-old man in Singapore has been charged with making 1,035 silent phone calls to various neighborhood police centers over a week and has been remanded at the Institute of Mental Health.
Singapore Police successfully intervened to prevent losses totaling $2.86 million from various cryptocurrency scams.
Singaporean police have issued a directive prohibiting the display of Israeli- or Palestinian-related symbols at an event scheduled for April 11 at Speakers’ Corner.
Singapore Police have concluded their investigation into the death of Assamese singer Zubeen Garg, who died on a private yacht trip last September, reiterating that no foul play was involved.
Police in Singapore are investigating a suspect believed to be connected to a Malaysian car cloning crime syndicate, indicating cross-border criminal activity.
Singapore police have seized assets worth US$390 million, including a yacht, cars, and properties, as part of an investigation into the alleged transnational scam syndicate Prince Group and its founder Chen Zhi. Three Singaporeans have been arrested in connection with the probe.
Singapore's traffic police announced plans to expand the coverage of traffic enforcement cameras and adopt a tougher stance against irresponsible road behavior, following a rise in road fatalities and injuries in 2025.
Lawyer Lim Tean was arrested in Malaysia last week and subsequently handed over to Singaporean authorities after failing to surrender to the Singapore courts to begin serving his jail term.
British band Massive Attack has been banned from Singapore after displaying a Palestinian flag during a concert, violating the country's prohibition on foreign emblems. The incident has led to a police investigation and a permanent entry ban for the band members.
Singapore police have towed two lorries for failing to comply with speed limiter requirements after the July 1 deadline, noting that 1.1 percent of lorries subject to the deadline have not submitted installation records.
Singaporean police have seized a luxury villa worth $42.5 million, which was allegedly purchased with money derived from the smuggling of Nvidia AI chips.
A retrospective look at a decade-old murder case in Singapore explores how modern technologies like 3D scanners and drones could significantly alter and improve the way police investigate and solve crimes.
Motorists are advised to avoid roads near the Shangri-La Singapore hotel from May 28 to 31 due to security checks and traffic arrangements for the Shangri-La Dialogue, as announced by the Singapore Police Force.
Singapore police have reported that at least $53,000 has been lost to scams involving the sale of cruise packages since April, urging the public to be vigilant.
The Singapore Police Force is setting up a new SPF Cyber Command unit to consolidate and enhance its capabilities in combating scams and cybercrime across the force.
Singapore police are cautioning the public against fraudulent online advertisements and social media posts. These scams falsely claim to offer assistance with Singapore Permanent Resident (PR) applications.
Singapore police have confirmed that a body recovered from the sea near Indonesia's Karimunin island is that of a 37-year-old man who went missing on March 27 after a collision between two boats.
Singapore police have introduced new tactical strike vehicles and a fleet of water cannons, featuring enhanced capabilities such as an anti-fatigue monitor and a 360-degree crowd-repelling system.
Singaporean police have issued warnings and advisories to 30 individuals suspected of involvement in unlawful societies, indicating ongoing efforts to curb such activities.
Singaporean police have arrested three individuals linked to a Cambodia-based scam syndicate and seized assets worth S$350 million, including cars and watches.
Singapore Police Force reports a 4.4% increase in physical crimes, with a noticeable rise in molestation cases and theft in foreign worker dormitories for 2025.
Singaporean lawyer Lim Tean has been arrested by Malaysian police in Johor Bahru. The Singapore Police Force is actively collaborating with Malaysian authorities to facilitate his return to Singapore.
The Singapore police have issued directions to block access to terrorism-related content online, while the Ministry of Education works with schools on workshops and emergency exercises.
Singapore police have seized a S$55 million (US$42.5 million) luxury bungalow, allegedly purchased with proceeds from a scheme to smuggle servers containing Nvidia artificial intelligence chips, which are barred from export to China by Washington.
Singapore police are trialing mounted cameras on their K-9 unit dogs, allowing officers to receive live feeds and confirm if a hostile person spotted by the dogs is armed.
Three men have been arrested in Singapore after allegedly robbing a woman and locking her and her child on a balcony at Marina Bay Sands hotel.
Singapore's Home Team SkyGuardian drones have been deployed for airborne police patrols in industrial-maritime areas like Tuas and Brani, marking a first-of-its-kind operation in highly urbanized environments.
The Singapore Police Coast Guard is trialling new technologies, including jetpacks and weaponised drones, to enhance the protection of the nation's waterways and provide officers with a tactical advantage.
Police in Singapore have successfully recovered over $8.4 million lost by a local firm in a sophisticated business email compromise (BEC) scam.
Singapore police announced stricter regulations for massage businesses, removing the licensing exemption for open-concept establishments.
Singapore police are appealing to the public for information regarding an 85-year-old man who was last seen in the Aljunied area.
A 28-year-old man is set to be charged with vandalism after allegedly making prank calls to the police hotline and then throwing eggs at responding officers' vehicles.
About 4,900 accounts were taken down with the help of the Singapore Police Force.
Singapore police are introducing new anti-scam measures, including a prefixed number for calls from police, to combat rising scam incidents.