6 women, 1 man arrested in operation against entertainment outlets in Bugis, Tanjong Pagar

A 59-year-old man and six women aged between 19 and 40, were arrested by the police during an operation conducted on public entertainment outlets on Sunday (Feb 25). 

During the operation, officers from the Central Police Division conducted a series of enforcement checks on the outlets located along Beach Road and Tras Street. 

The operators of the establishments had allegedly employed foreigners without work permits, which is an offence under the Employment of Foreign Manpower Act.

In addition, actions will also be taken the operators for contravening their licensing conditions. 

The police said it will continue to take a tough stance against such activities.