A 33-year-old man in Singapore has been sentenced to 10 weeks in jail and disqualified from holding a driving licence for three years after committing multiple offences. Adam Firdaus Bin Mohammad drove without a licence and later joined his friends in a violent assault outside Furama City Centre near the State Courts.
While his offences may seem unrelated, Adam was also previously linked to an alleged robbery involving S$81,060 in cash. However, in 2024, he was granted a discharge not amounting to acquittal, meaning he could be charged again if new evidence comes to light.
The original incident took place on 18 November 2023. Adam had picked up a shady cash collection job via Telegram, where he responded to a listing in a group called “Parcel Delivery” offering S$300 for a collection assignment.
Telegram ‘Job’ Leads to Robbery Scene in Punggol
After making contact with the user “Luigi”, Adam was referred to another contact, “Xiao Ge Ge”, who gave him instructions to collect cash from a Chinese male. Despite having no driving licence, Adam claimed to have access to a car and motorcycle. On the day of the job, he borrowed his younger brother’s car and drove to Block 199 Punggol Field.
Upon arrival, he briefly met with a 16-year-old boy, the same person from whom he was supposed to collect the cash. Moments after their interaction, Adam witnessed the teen being tackled to the ground by members of the public. He then received a message from “Xiao Ge Ge” instructing him to flee the scene immediately.
The teenager had allegedly robbed a 33-year-old man of over S$81,000 in cash, under the pretext of a cryptocurrency trade. When the victim chased him down, the teen reportedly brandished a kitchen knife, which he later dropped before being restrained.
Cryptocurrency Scams and Cash Trades Gone Wrong
Police confirmed the details of the incident in a release dated 19 November 2023. The victim had been lured via Telegram with the promise of a crypto token trade, which ultimately turned into a botched robbery. Fortunately, the full amount of cash was recovered at the scene.
Adam, who had left in his brother’s car, was later arrested at Block 71 Circuit Road the same evening. He was charged on 20 November 2023 with conspiracy to rob, along with the teenager. However, his robbery charge was later dropped.
This case highlights growing concerns in Singapore over the rise in scams involving cryptocurrency, fake job listings, and social media platforms like Telegram. Law enforcement continues to warn residents about the risks of engaging in unregulated crypto exchanges and dealings with unknown individuals online.
Assault Near State Courts Over Personal Dispute
On top of the Telegram-related incident, Adam also faced charges for a separate assault that took place in broad daylight on 3 May 2024. The attack involved three other men and one woman, targeting a 40-year-old man over a personal dispute.
The victim had arrived at the State Courts to attend a court mention, but was confronted by the group — allegedly due to a conflict involving one of the assailants’ girlfriends. The group, including Adam, followed the man to the smoking area outside Furama City Centre Hotel at Eu Tong Sen Street.
At around 10:42am, the group began physically attacking the victim. One man placed the victim in a headlock, another punched and kicked him in the abdomen, while Adam kicked the victim’s head. The incident was caught on CCTV and also recorded by a bystander.
Injuries Sustained and Evidence Captured on Video
Footage of the assault later surfaced on Facebook, further fuelling public outrage. The victim suffered multiple injuries, including bruises on his ribcage and face, as well as abrasions to his elbow and knee. A police report was filed at 10:44am on the same day.
The video evidence was a key factor in identifying all individuals involved. Despite not knowing the victim personally, Adam had joined the assault mid-way, raising questions about peer influence and violence linked to groupthink.
This case also underscores the importance of hotel surveillance systems and the role of social media in assisting police investigations. With smartphone videos going viral almost instantly, more incidents are being reported and offenders swiftly brought to justice.
Jail Sentence and Driving Ban Handed Down
On 10 July 2025, Adam pleaded guilty to the charges of driving without a valid licence and voluntarily causing hurt. The court sentenced him to 10 weeks in jail, with an additional three-year driving ban. The other individuals involved in the assault are also facing related legal proceedings.
This case adds to the growing number of criminal offences involving unauthorised vehicle use, Telegram scam syndicates, and assault in public areas. The Singapore Police Force continues to warn against accepting suspicious job offers on messaging platforms, especially those promising high returns for minimal effort.
From cash-for-crypto deals gone wrong to violent disputes playing out in public view, these incidents reflect the new reality of crime in the digital age — where social media, mobile apps, and personal vendettas can collide in unpredictable and dangerous ways.