Singapore Government to introduce mandatory caning for scammers

2026-02-15 - 09:11

Singapore is preparing to tighten penalties for scam-related offences, with mandatory caning now being considered under law. Senior Minister of State for Home Affairs Sim Ann said individuals convicted of serious scam offences could face a minimum of six strokes of the cane, in addition to jail terms and financial penalties. “Offenders who commit scam,