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Filipino Tourists Nabbed in Singapore for Mega Heist
7 Oct
Summary
- Five Filipino tourists were arrested by Singapore police.
- They are accused of stealing SGD 155,000 (P7.6 million).
- The alleged theft occurred on September 25 at Tang Plaza.
Five Filipino tourists have been apprehended by Singaporean authorities in connection with an alleged theft amounting to SGD 155,000 (P7.6 million). Philippine Ambassador to Singapore, Medardo Macaraig, confirmed the arrests, noting the ongoing legal proceedings.
The incident is reported to have occurred on September 25 at the Tang Plaza located along Orchard Road. The accused appeared in court on October 2, with a further court date scheduled for October 9. Ambassador Macaraig stated that further details regarding the victim are still pending.
Macaraig highlighted Singapore's robust law enforcement capabilities, including widespread CCTV surveillance, which aided in the apprehension of the suspects. He mentioned that while many Filipinos reside in Singapore, such an incident is notably uncommon during his tenure.
