The Singapore Police Force (SPF) posted an appeal for information on the whereabouts of two men, to assist them with a case of shop theft.
The alleged case of shop theft took place earlier this month on 9 March at a shop in Bugis Junction.
Singapore Police’s press release
APPEAL FOR INFORMATION – SHOP THEFT
The Police are looking for two men shown in the image below to assist with investigations into a case of shop theft reported at Bugis Junction on 9 March 2023.
Anyone with information is requested to call the Police Hotline at 1800-255-0000 or submit information online at https://www.police.gov.sg/iwitness. All information received will be kept strictly confidential.
PUBLIC AFFAIRS DEPARTMENT
SINGAPORE POLICE FORCE
20 March 2023 @ 5:25 PM
Potential penalties
Under Singapore’s Penal Code, shoplifting is considered a form of theft. Shoplifting refers to the act of stealing merchandise from a store or retail establishment without paying for it. It is a common form of theft that can occur anywhere, from small convenience stores to large shopping malls.
In Singapore, shop theft is punishable by law, and the penalties for committing this offence can be severe. The severity of the punishment depends on the value of the stolen items and the offender’s previous criminal record.
For items valued at less than $500, the offender may face a fine of up to $1,000 or a jail term of up to three months, or both. If the stolen goods are worth more than $500, the offender may face a fine of up to $5,000 or a jail term of up to seven years, or both.
In addition to these penalties, the offender may also be required to perform community service or undergo counselling. The court may also order the offender to pay compensation to the store owner or to return the stolen goods.
Repeat offenders face even harsher penalties. If a person has been convicted of shoplifting before, and they commit the offence again, they may face a jail term of up to three years, or a fine of up to $10,000, or both.