21 police, ICA, auxiliary officers lauded for rejecting bribes, reporting corruption
22 of the 68 cases registered for CPIB investigation in 2025 involved public service officers who rejected bribes.
Immigration and Checkpoints Authority officer Ernest Low was presented with a $100 bribe at Changi Airport on March 2, 2025. Low, a 36-year-old manager, refused the money and informed the traveller that accepting it was a crime. The man was later sentenced to three weeks in jail.
At a ceremony on September 18, 21 officers from ICA, the Singapore Police Force, Certis, and AETOS were lauded for their efforts in preventing and reporting corrupt practices. Senior Minister of State Desmond Tan, who presented the awards, praised the officers for their integrity.
According to the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB), 68 cases were registered for investigation in 2025, down from 75 in 2024 and 81 in 2023. Of these 68 cases, 22 involved public service officers rejecting bribes.
Tan acknowledged that some may view anti-corruption measures as burdensome, but he argued that companies with strong governance are better equipped to manage risks and attract trusted partners. He also urged organizations to assess corruption risks, close gaps, and strengthen standards, emphasizing that the fight against corruption is a collective responsibility.
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