Former senior project manager and company director charged in court for alleged corruption
On 7 Sept, the Singapore Court charged two individuals for alleged corruption and money laundering offences.
According to the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB), the alleged corruption offence involved a town council contract.
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The two individuals charged with alleged corruption are 56-year-old Singaporean Ng Yin Hong and 61-year-old Singaporean Ng Choon Mong.
At the time of the alleged offences, these individuals were a Senior Project Manager at EM Services Private Limited (EM Services) and Director of Atlas Maintenance Pte Ltd (AMPL) respectively.
Bribery of S$50,000 for contract with West Coast Town Council
In Feb 2023, Yin Hong allegedly accepted a bribe of S$50,000 from Choon Mong as an incentive to advance the business interest of AMPL.
This was in relation to a repairs and redecoration contract with West Coast Town Council (WCTC).
Reportedly, EM Services — the company which Yin Hong worked for — was the managing agent of WCTC at the time.
Between Feb and April 2023, Yin Hong allegedly used S$12,500 of the sum on family expenses, said the CPIB.
Source: CPIB
For their alleged actions, the two are facing a single graft charge each.
Additionally, Yin Hong faces one count of dealing with the benefits of his purported criminal conduct, reported The Straits Times (ST).
Strict zero-tolerance towards corruption in Singapore
CPIB reminds the public that Singapore adopts a strict zero-tolerance approach towards corruption.
Offenders can be fined up to S$100,000 or sentenced to imprisonment not exceeding five years or to both, under the Prevention of Corruption Act.
The maximum imprisonment term for each offence of corruption can also be increased to seven years.
This is if it is in relation to a matter or contract or sub-contract with the Government or public body.
Meanwhile, offenders can be fined up to S$500,000, or jailed of up to 10 years or both, under the Corruption, Drug Trafficking and Other Serious Crimes (Confiscation of Benefits) Act 1992.
What to do if you suspect possible cases of corruption
CPIB looks into all corruption-related reports, including those that are anonymous.
They can be reached via an e-report, email, calling the Duty Officer at 1800-376-0000 or a letter to the CPIB Headquarters.
Under the law, the identity of the person making the report is protected, unless the court finds that the person has intentionally made a false statement in his or her report.
Informers may choose to remain anonymous when making the report.
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