Man, 38, arrested for allegedly stealing money box with S$2,000 from wedding reception at Beach Road hotel
He will be charged with theft in dwelling.
A 38-year-old man was arrested on October 18 for allegedly stealing a money box containing around S$2,000 in cash from a wedding reception held at a hotel on Beach Road, according to the police. The incident came to their attention around 9:15pm on October 17. The man was identified through ground enquiries and CCTV footage. He was not part of the wedding party or known to the guests.
The man will face charges of theft in dwelling and could face up to seven years in prison and a fine if found guilty. The police emphasized their zero tolerance for such crimes and urged the public to remain vigilant, especially at celebratory events and in crowded areas.
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