120 men and 68 women, aged between 14 and 64, are currently assisting the police with investigations for their suspected involvement in scams.

Victims lost more than S$1.54 million

According to a June 13 police news release, the suspects are believed to be involved in 363 cases of scams.

These cases comprised of mainly internet love scams, online purchase scams, and loan scams.

The victims of these cases lost more than S$1.54 million.

Penalties

The suspects were identified following a two-week enforcement operation conducted between May 30 and June 12 by officers from the Commercial Affairs Department and seven police land divisions.

They are being investigated for cheating or money laundering.

If convicted of cheating, offenders may face a jail term of up to 10 years, and a fine.

If found guilty of money laundering, offenders may face a jail term of up to 10 years and/or a fine of up to S$500,000.

How to avoid being an accomplice in scam cases

To avoid being an accomplice to crimes, police said that members of the public should always reject requests by others who ask for your bank account or mobile lines.

You will be held accountable if these accounts are linked to illegal transactions.

Police added that they take a serious view against any person who may be involved in scams and frauds.

Perpetrators will be dealt with in accordance to the law.

For more information on scams, you can visit this site or call the anti-scam hotline at 1800 722 6688.

Anyone with information on such scams may call the police hotline at 1800 255 0000 or submit their information online.

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