Fifteen people in Singapore are being investigated for allegedly sharing their Singpass credentials, which scammers later used to commit fraud involving more than S$890,000.
Police announced on 17 July, 2025, that six of the suspects — five men and one woman, aged between 19 and 56 — have been arrested.
The scams were carried out in several ways.
Some individuals allegedly sold their Singpass details, which were misused to open new bank accounts and register mobile phone lines.
Others granted unknown parties access to their Singpass without verifying their identities.
Some victims were deceived by scammers posing as employers or investment agents, convincing them Singpass access was required to set up job or investment accounts.
The 15 individuals, aged between 18 and 68, were identified during an islandwide anti-scam operation held from 8 to 11 July, 2025.
The operation involved officers from the Commercial Affairs Department, seven police land divisions, and the Singpass Anti-fraud team.
Anyone convicted of disclosing Singpass credentials to aid an offence faces up to three years in prison, a fine, or both.
The police advised the public to keep Singpass passwords and 2FA details confidential to prevent misuse for illegal activities.
To report scams, the public can call the police hotline on 1800-255-0000 or submit information online at www.police.gov.sg/i-witness.
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