Posted: 29 September 2010 1611 hrs
SINGAPORE: 78 people of various nationalities were
arrested in the forested areas along Canberra Road, Canberra Link
and Sembawang Drive.
Police said the suspects are believed to have used the cover of the
forest for various illicit activities such as vice and
gambling.
A total of 55 men and 23 women were arrested for wilful trespass on
state land in an operation which started Tuesday night and
stretched into the early hours of Wednesday.
Police said those found guilty of wilful trespass may be fined up
to $1,000.
Work permit holders may also have their work permits
cancelled.
Investigations against those arrested are on-going. -
CNA/fa
