The Police are investigating 44 persons, aged between 17 and 34, for alleged non-compliance with safe distancing measures under the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Control Order) Regulations 2020.
On 1 January 2021, the Police received a report informing that an unlicensed KTV was operating at a unit within Tradehub 21 located along Boon Lay Way. When officers arrived, they found 44 persons allegedly consuming alcohol and socializing within the unit. Public entertainment and liquor were believed to be provided at the unit.
Thirty-five persons, aged between 17 and 34, will be charged in court on 22 September 2021 for violating restrictions on leaving their place of residence under Regulation 4(2) of the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Control Order) Regulations 2020. Those found guilty for non-compliance with safe distancing measures under the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) (Control Order) Regulations 2020 may be jailed for up to six months, fined up to S$10,000, or both.
A 25-year-old man has also been served a Notice of Composition while investigations into the remaining eight persons, aged 20 to 27, are ongoing.
Members of the public are advised to take the prevailing safe distancing measures seriously. The Police take a stern view of irresponsible behaviour relating to the flouting of safe distancing measures and offenders will be dealt with in accordance with the law.
Source: Singapore Police Force