Alleged StanChart Robber Will Likely Be Extradited Soon What’s a good reason not to extradite the suspect behind one of Singapore’s most daring crimes? We can’t think of any but the clever criminal, Mr David James Roach, certainly could. The man is believed to be behind 2016’s alleged robbery at Standard Chartered’s Holland Village outlet. In papers presented to UK courts, the 28-year-old cited a whole range of reasons as to why he shouldn’t face trial in Singapore. MustShareNews compiles the 5 best arguments: 1. *cough* I’m sick Source This is straight out of the Mean Girls playbook. Court papers show that the StanChart robber suspect allegedly suffers from: Acne Stomach problems Depressive illness Despite these conditions, the Westminster Magistrates’ Court ruled last week that Mr Roach could be still extradited to Singapore. Fun fact: Judge N. Tempia noted that Mr Roach’s stomach problems did not amount to irritable bowel syndrome. 2. He didn’t want to be caned Singapore gave in to this one. In February, the Ministry of Home Affairs issued this statement: As part of the extradition proceedings, the UK Government has requested an assurance that if Roach were to be found guilty by a Singapore Court of robbery, the […]
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