A group of Chinese nationals has been charged in Singapore for allegedly planning to offer bribes to enforcement officers so they could remain in the country and continue illicit activities while under investigation.
According to the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) on 18 July 2025, the accused intended to obtain Special Passes and bail themselves out after getting caught, allowing them to sell illegal sex enhancement medication during their release.
The scheme is believed to have been orchestrated by a Singaporean drug abuser, who has since been arrested and is currently under investigation by the Central Narcotics Bureau.
On 18 July 2025, five of the foreign nationals were formally charged with corruption.
Xiao Xiezhi, aged 43, faces three charges for allegedly offering more than S$400 in bribes to three National Environment Agency (NEA) officers.
This allegedly occurred on 22 January after he was caught smoking under a bus stop shelter.
Xu Zhishen, aged 37, faces two charges for allegedly offering a bribe of S$119 to two police officers on 27 April in the vicinity of Sri Mariamman Temple at South Bridge Road.
Xu Bixin, aged 31, faces one charge for allegedly attempting to bribe a police officer with S$70 on 3 May to avoid an identity check.
Huang Chuangshun, aged 40, has been charged with offering S$100 to two NEA officers on 23 June after he was caught smoking in a non-designated smoking area at Orchard.
Lin Liangjun, aged 32, faces four charges for allegedly offering S$160 in bribes to four police officers on 24 June.
He allegedly tried to persuade them not to pursue further action related to a traffic accident or enquire further about his identity.
All 12 enforcement officers rejected the bribes, according to CPIB.
CPIB investigations revealed that the accused allegedly paid their bailors to facilitate both their bail and bail extensions.
Xiao was brought back to Geylang Lorong 20 on 17 July by CPIB officers, where he had allegedly handed cash to bailors outside the New Cathay Hotel.
Investigations into the broader scheme remain ongoing.
In court, the prosecutor argued that the men should not be granted bail.
She noted that the accused had committed new offences after previously being released on bail and had paid individuals to act as bailors, raising concerns about further collusion and repeat offences.
She told the court: “If the accused persons are released on bail, there is a real risk of collusion, not just amongst themselves, but with other individuals who are currently being investigated.”
The judge ordered that all five men be remanded without bail. Their cases will return to court on 1 August.
If convicted of bribery in Singapore, individuals face a prison sentence of up to five years and a fine of up to S$100,000.
CPIB reiterated its commitment to investigating all corruption-related complaints, including those submitted anonymously.
Members of the public can lodge reports through various channels.
Reports should ideally include where, when, and how the alleged act occurred, who was involved and their roles, the bribe amount, and the favour received in return.
Complaints can be submitted via an e-Complaint at www.cpib.gov.sg/e-services/e-complaint-for-corruptconduct, by email to report@cpib.gov.sg, by calling the Duty Officer at 1800-376-0000, or by writing to CPIB Headquarters at 2 Lengkok Bahru, Singapore 159047.
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