A SERIES of police raids in March netted 32 unlicensed massage
parlours in Bedok, Tampines and Marine Parade - and ended with 25
operators being summoned to court.
During March 15 to 29, officers also arrested 60 female Chinese
nationals for various offences, including working illegally in the
massage parlours. Some of the women were said to be involved in
vice activities and offered sexual services for a fee.
Those convicted of running a massage establishment without a
valid license can be fined up to $1,000 and up to $50 for every day
during which the offence continues after conviction.
Investigations against the remaining seven establishments are
on-going.
Saying the Police will take tough enforcement actions against
errant operators, Commander of Bedok Police Division, Deputy
Assistant Commissioner Teo Chun Ching added: 'Landlords who
knowingly allow their premises to be used for such vice activities
will be taken to task. Owners have a responsibility to ensure that
their premises are not used for illegal activities.'
