SPF uses TikTok to warn public about impersonations and scams, netizens applaud effort
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) is showing they know how to keep up with the times — by using TikTok trends to spread serious messages about scams and impersonations.
On Saturday (13 Sept), SPF uploaded a cheeky skit on their official TikTok page, hopping on the viral “泡沫 rock your body” dance.
SPF uses TikTok to warn about impersonations
In the clip, two uniformed officers are on patrol when they encounter a suspicious man dressed as a fake policeman.
@singaporepoliceforce Caught again! Impersonation is illegal 👮 #泡沫 #paomo #trend #singaporepoliceforce #safeguardingeveryday
♬ original sound – Singapore Police Force – Singapore Police Force
The suspicious character, upon spotting the female officer, then bursts into a dance to Hong Kong singer G.E.M.’s hit 泡沫 (Bubble).
The dance even threw in the viral “aura farming” moves made famous by an 11-year-old boy from Indonesia, dance moves that the Singapore Navy also incorporated in one of its own TikTok videos.
Source: Singapore Police Force on TikTok
The pair of genuine police officers eventually apprehend the fake policeman and take him away.
The caption on the post says: “Caught again! Impersonation is illegal”
A text overlay reading “POV: not her again” suggests this isn’t the first run-in between the female officer and the fake cop.
@singaporepoliceforce Uh, impersonation is illegal 👮♀️👤 #pinkpantheress #illegal #trend #singaporepoliceforce #safeguardingeveryday
♬ original sound – Singapore Police Force – Singapore Police Force
A quick check on SPF’s official TikTok account shows an earlier video from 1 Aug, where SPF posted a cheeky video involving the two with a clear warning: “Uh, impersonation is illegal.”
Netizens applaud SPF’s TikTok game
The creative approach won over netizens, who praised SPF for using trending and relatable content to get their point across.
One viewer said whoever is behind the TikTok content deserves “a pay raise”.
Source: Singapore Police Force on TikTok
Another commenter admitted they enjoyed the video so much they watched it five times.
Source: Singapore Police Force on TikTok
Others pointed out how officers nowadays have to go the extra mile for social media.
Source: Singapore Police Force on TikTok
Another netizen was impressed by the TikTok post and praised SPF for their “social media game”.
Source: Singapore Police Force on TikTok
Impersonation scams remain one of the most common tactics used by criminals to cheat unsuspecting victims of their money.
The SPF reported a 199.2% surge in government official impersonation scam cases in the first half of 2025 compared to last year.
By using TikTok as an educational tool, SPF is reminding the public to stay vigilant and think twice whenever they receive suspicious calls or messages.
Also read: At least 384 Government impersonation scams in S’pore since June 2025, over S$20M lost
At least 384 Government impersonation scams in S’pore since June 2025, over S$20M lost
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Featured image adapted from @singaporepoliceforce on TikTok.
