Singapore authorities unable to conclude if any offence committed amid Indonesia baby trafficking case
A baby trafficking syndicate in Indonesia had admitted to selling babies to Singapore agents, receiving thousands of dollars per child.
Singapore authorities have been unable to determine whether any offences were committed within Singapore, following the sentencing of Indonesian baby trafficking syndicate members. The syndicate admitted to trafficking at least 12 babies to Singapore, receiving between S$17,000 and S$21,600 per child. The Ministry of Social and Family Development and Ministry of Home Affairs stated that they are unable to conclude any offences were committed in Singapore, as they have not yet received sufficient information.
They emphasized their commitment to working closely with Indonesian authorities and safeguarding the welfare and interests of the children involved.
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