3 women arrested in operations against massage establishments

Three women, aged between 24 and 31, were arrested in a series of enforcement operations against massage establishments conducted on Monday (Aug 27).

Three licensed massage establishments were found to have contravened licensing conditions during the operation that took place along Jalan Besar, Horne Road, King George's Avenue, Liang Seah Street, Victoria Street, Rochor Road, Bencoolen Street, Bukit Purmei Avenue, and Tanjong Pagar Road. 

The three women were arrested for offences under the Women's Charter.

Actions will be taken against the operators for flouting the rules and regulations under the Massage Establishment Act.

In a statement, the police said that they take a serious view of anyone found breaking the law and will continue to take tough enforcement stance against such activities.