The Singapore Police said in a news release that 10 unlicensed and licensed nightlife venues breached public entertainment rules and the supply and consumption of alcohol.
They were also found to have breached Covid-19 regulations.
Women who were believed to have been working as hostesses providing companionship were also arrested for working without a valid work permit.\
The police said:
“The police conducted a joint operation with the Singapore Food Agency (SFA) at an F&B outlet located along Media Circle, in response to information received on the provision of hostesses.”
“During the raid, the six women were allegedly found to have provided companionship to customers in return for the purchase of drinks at the outlet, for which they would earn commission.”
“The police will continue to carry out regular enforcement checks on massage establishments and public entertainment outlets to suppress vice and other illicit activities.”
“Members of the public and businesses are advised to take the prevailing safe management measures seriously.”
“The police have zero tolerance for irresponsible behaviour relating to the flouting of these measures, and offenders will be dealt with firmly in accordance with the law.”
Images source: Singapore Police Force