15 investigated for sharing Singpass details linked to S$890,000 scam losses
Fifteen people in Singapore are under investigation for allegedly sharing their Singpass credentials, which were later used by scammers to open bank accounts, register mobile lines, and facilitate fraudulent transactions amounting to over S$890,000.
- Fifteen people, aged 18 to 68, allegedly shared their Singpass details, enabling scams totalling S$890,000.
- Six suspects were arrested during an islandwide anti-scam operation from 8 to 11 July 2025.
- Offenders may face up to three years in jail, a fine, or both for disclosing Singpass credentials.
SINGAPORE: Fifteen people in Singapore are being investigated for allegedly sharing their Singpass credentials, which were later used by scammers to commit fraud amounting to 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 conducted through various methods. Some individuals are believed to have sold their Singpass login details, which were then used to open fraudulent bank accounts and register mobile phone lines.
Others had unknowingly granted access to their Singpass accounts after being tricked by scammers posing as employers or investment agents. These victims were told that the access was needed to set up job or investment accounts.
In some cases, individuals willingly shared their credentials with strangers online without verifying their identities.
The 15 suspects, aged between 18 and 68, were identified during an islandwide anti-scam operation carried out 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.
Police reminded the public to safeguard their Singpass login and two-factor authentication details, as they could be misused for illegal activities such as money laundering and scam facilitation.
Anyone convicted of disclosing Singpass credentials to aid an offence can face up to three years in prison, a fine, or both.
Members of the public who suspect scam activity can contact the police hotline at 1800-255-0000 or provide information online at www.police.gov.sg/i-witness.
