A Chinese man pleaded guilty to stealing jewellery worth over S$100,000 from two homes in Singapore during his first visit. He targeted a luxury resort suite and a private residence, stealing a Chanel watch, rings, and a necklace. He was arrested after a homeowner reported the loss, and all stolen items were recovered. He faces up to 10 years in prison and a fine for three charges, having admitted to two.
SINGAPORE: A Chinese man admitted to stealing more than S$100,000 worth of jewellery after allegedly targeting two homes during his first visit to Singapore, according to Court proceedings revealed that the man arrived in Singapore on Dec 5, 2025.
Believing the country to be affluent, he allegedly set out the following day to scout for potential targets in Sentosa before carrying out the thefts. Investigations found that he noticed the lights were off in a suite at a luxury resort, forced open a balcony window, and entered the unit. He allegedly stole a Chanel watch worth S$30,000, five rings valued at S$25,000, and a gold necklace worth S$3,000.
The suspect wanted to steal again for the third time, but as soon as he climbed into another private residence, he unfortunately ran into the family’s maid. He then fled in panic. Authorities successfully arrested the suspect after a homeowner reported the loss. They also recovered all the stolen jewellery.
The man is now faced with three charges, and he pleaded guilty to two of these. The remaining charge is to be considered by the judge during sentencing. Punishment for such a crime entails a maximum penalty of 10 years’ imprisonment, alongside a hefty fine. In similar news related to stealing, there was a report where a homeowner caught a part-time maid stealing money after using a security camera and recording the serial numbers of several banknotes.
With this, the maid pleaded guilty to one count of theft. She then apologised for her actions and sought a lighter sentence, expressing a wish to return home as soon as possible.
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