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S'pore police investigating 77 persons for illegal moneylending activities after 5-day operation
Summary by The Singapore Editorial Desk Nicolas Wong , as published by Mothership
· October 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points This operation led to investigations into 77 individuals for their involvement in unlicensed moneylending. An enforcement operation was carried out from September 21 to 25.
An enforcement operation was carried out from September 21 to 25. This operation led to investigations into 77 individuals for their involvement in unlicensed moneylending. Preliminary investigations revealed that some of these individuals had harassed debtors, while others had assisted in moneylending activities or provided access to their bank accounts.
The individuals being investigated had various roles, including carrying out ATM transfers or providing their account details to unlicensed moneylenders.
Further information on this operation and the ongoing investigations can be found in the press release issued on October 6.
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Category: safety Published: October 6, 2026 Source: Mothership Reading time: 1 min
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