Man gets award from police for aiding in arrest of suspected thief on flight to Singapore
The suspect is set to be charged with theft on Aug 8.
On August 6, Silas Wong, a 60-year-old man, observed suspicious behavior from another passenger on a flight to Singapore. It was later revealed that the suspect had removed another individual's backpack from the overhead compartment and was looking through its contents. The owner of the backpack later discovered that €250 (S$370) was missing from it.
Wong immediately reported the theft to the police, who were alerted at 11:20 PM on the same day. The suspect was identified and subsequently arrested by officers from the Airport Police Division. Wong was presented with the Public Spiritedness Award on August 7 for his keen observation and willingness to come forward, which contributed significantly to the swift detection of the crime.
Assistant Commissioner of Police M. Malathi commended Wong's actions, stating that they set an example for others to remain vigilant and help ensure a safer air travel for everyone. If found guilty, the suspect faces potential imprisonment for up to three years, a fine, or both.
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