International criminal syndicates have been breaking into landed properties in Singapore, with the gang members forcing their way into 10 homes and stealing about $3.85 million in cash and valuables. Police said they have arrested three foreigners, recovered $1.36 million...
Residents can volunteer as Citizens on Patrol, where they can play an active role to prevent and deter crime by patrolling their neighbourhood.International criminal syndicates have been breaking into landed properties in Singapore, with the gang members forcing their way into 10 homes and stealing about $3.85 million in cash and valuables.
The news comes amid a spike in burglary cases since June, especially in estates around forested areas and near park connectors.Police said the suspects are believed to be transient travellers who entered Singapore as social visit pass holders, usually for one to two days before committing the crime.Man jailed 2½ years for his role in robbing victim of $350k
He added that they are currently out of Singapore, but the Singapore Police Force is engaging the Chinese authorities to get more information and locate the 14 men.Speaking on the sidelines of a community event in Chong Pang on Aug 17, he said the syndicates work in teams. Police said three Chinese nationals have been charged. Long Zhihua, 38, and Luo Changchang, 43, are each facing one charge of housebreaking.
The overall number of housebreaking-related cases has actually been on the decline. Police said there were 59 reported cases in the first half of 2024 compared with 70 in the same period in 2023.
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