While the daily Covid-19 statistic is concerning, it isn’t the only number we should be worried about. Sadly, abuse cases against enforcement officers and safe distancing ambassadors are on the rise as well.
As of Thursday (16 Apr), Singapore Police Force (SPF) has received 12 reports where members of the public physically or verbally abuse enforcement officers (EOs) and ambassadors for carrying out their duties.
SPF has since shared in a Facebook post on Saturday (18 Apr) that there is “zero tolerance” towards such abuse.
Those found guilty of verbally abusing officers and ambassadors face fines of up to $5,000, imprisonment of up to 12 months, or both.
Using criminal force to deter public servants from carrying out their duties constitutes a jail term of up to 4 years, a fine, or both.
For voluntarily causing hurt, offenders face imprisonment terms of up to 7 years, a fine, or caning.
According to SPF, not sharing your personal particulars and residential address when required by an enforcement officer is also a punishable offence.
Hence, members of the public are advised to have their identity cards or any form of identification with them when out.
In a joint press release on Friday (17 Apr), SPF and Ministry of Environment and Water Resources have shared information regarding some cases of abuse.
Such behaviour is not just uncalled for, but disgraceful as well.
Safe distancing measures are in place for a reason, and it is important we comply with them. People who believe they are above the measures are a threat to the community, and should be dealt with severely.
We need to be considerate about the health and safety of not just ourselves, but the people around us as well.
Do comply with EOs and ambassadors, as they are only trying to help keep all of us safe.
Featured image adapted from Facebook.
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