Several reports of outrage of modesty committed by 'police officers'

SINGAPORE - The police have recently received several reports of outrage of modesty committed by people impersonating police officers.

The culprits would use various reasons to conduct a check on the victim, such as to look for drugs, and take the opportunity to outrage the person's modesty in the process.

The culprits have also been known to flash fake police passes of various colours.

According to the police, the proof of an officer's identity is his warrant card.

A genuine warrant card will carry identification features such as the police crest, the officer's photo, his name as well as his NRIC number.

If in doubt, members of the public should call 999 for assistance.

Impersonating a public servant is a serious offence and punishable with imprisonment of up to two years and a fine.

Cases of public servants being impersonated for crime

Other agency personnel being impersonated recently include those from:

- The National Environment Agency - for robbery at residential premises

- The Supreme Court - for phone scams involving bank transfers

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