Two women aged 37 and 39 have been arrested following a police enforcement operation at a massage parlour along Sims Avenue over suspected vice-related activities.
The operation was carried out on 18 September by officers from the Geylang Neighbourhood Police Centre (NPC), together with the Bedok Police Division’s Compliance Management Unit.
According to Geylang NPC, the enforcement action was part of ongoing efforts to detect and deter suspected vice activities in the area. A photograph shared by the police showed four women inside the premises during the operation, although only two were reported to have been arrested.
Two women arrested during Sims Avenue operation
The police did not disclose further details about the identities of the two women or the specific activities they were allegedly involved in. It was also not stated what happened to the other two women seen at the premises during the raid.
Geylang NPC reminded members of the public not to participate in activities connected to vice and encouraged anyone who comes across suspected unlawful activity to report it to the police.
The operation comes amid continued police enforcement efforts around Geylang and other areas where massage establishments operate. Authorities have regularly conducted checks and raids as part of measures aimed at tackling suspected vice-related activities.
Previous Geylang raid also resulted in arrests
In another operation conducted on 29 June, officers from Geylang NPC and the Bedok Police Division’s Crime Control Unit carried out enforcement action along Geylang Road.
Three women were arrested during that operation for their suspected involvement in vice-related activities. Police also seized cash and other items believed to be connected to the suspected offences.
The latest raid highlights that massage parlours and similar establishments remain subject to police checks where there are concerns over potential unlawful activities.
Police warn landlords and property owners
Geylang NPC said enforcement operations of this nature are carried out regularly, with the aim of deterring vice-related activities and helping to maintain the safety and security of the surrounding community.
The police added that firm enforcement action would continue to be taken against activities that breach the law.
Landlords and property owners were also reminded to remain alert and to contact the police if they become aware of suspicious or unlawful activities taking place on their premises.
Under Section 147(1) of the Women’s Charter, a person who keeps, manages or assists in managing a place of assignation may face criminal penalties. The offence carries a possible jail term of up to five years and/or a fine of up to S$100,000.
For repeat offenders, the maximum punishment can increase to seven years’ imprisonment and/or a fine of up to S$150,000.
Members of the public who encounter suspected vice-related or other unlawful activities can report their concerns to the police for investigation.