Crimewatch 2020 EP8 | Armed Robbery
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Manager Lee Kah Yeow was robbed at knifepoint in his coffeeshop office, with S$27,356 stolen, leading to an investigation where he was found to have orchestrated the theft plan with an accomplice, resulting in his arrest and sentencing. A new phishing scam on WhatsApp and Facebook involves fake bank messages prompting victims to participate in lucky draws or promotions, urging individuals to avoid clicking on unsolicited links, verifying information, refraining from sharing bank details or OTPs, reporting fraudulent transactions, and seeking advice from the Anti-Scam Helpline at 1800 722 6688 or www.scamalert.sg.
Insights
- Lee Kah Yeow orchestrated a staged robbery with Tan Lye Meng, leading to Lee's arrest for criminal breach of trust and a 25-week prison sentence, while Tan was convicted of receiving stolen property and drug offenses, receiving 7 years and 7 months' imprisonment and 6 strokes of the cane.
- Individuals should beware of a new phishing scam on WhatsApp and Facebook involving fake bank messages, prompting them to participate in lucky draws or promotions, leading to unauthorized transactions; to avoid falling victim, refrain from clicking on unsolicited links, share bank details, or OTPs, verify information with official sources, report fraudulent transactions to their bank, and seek advice from the Anti-Scam Helpline at 1800 722 6688 or www.scamalert.sg.
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Recent questions
Who was involved in the staged robbery plan?
Lee Kah Yeow and Tan Lye Meng
What was the motive behind the staged robbery plan?
To steal money from a safe
How can individuals avoid falling victim to phishing scams?
By not clicking on unsolicited links and verifying information with official sources
Who identified Tan Lye Meng as the suspect in the robbery?
Tan Lye Meng was identified through CCTV footage and taxi records
What led to Lee Kah Yeow's arrest?
Lee Kah Yeow's involvement in the staged robbery plan
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Summary
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Coffeeshop manager orchestrates staged robbery scheme
- Mr Lee Kah Yeow, manager of a coffeeshop, was robbed at knifepoint in the management office at 11:40 am, with S$27,356 stolen.
- The only witness, Mr Visay, the dishwasher, saw the robbery happen.
- Senior Investigation Officer William takes charge of the case, requesting CCTV footage for investigation.
- Lee received a call from Ah Beng before and after the robbery, who helps him with horse-racing bets.
- Lee had taken out S$80,000 in loans and was a regular casino visitor, raising suspicions.
- Tan Lye Meng, a convicted criminal, is identified as the suspect through CCTV footage and taxi records.
- Lee's odd comments during the investigation raise suspicions, leading to further inquiries about his association with Namhoo.
- Wee Teong Hup, identified as Namhoo, is located and questioned about his connection to Tan Lye Meng.
- An ambush is set up to arrest Tan Lye Meng, who is caught with incriminating evidence.
- The investigation reveals a staged robbery plan involving Lee and Tan Lye Meng, leading to Lee's arrest.
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"Scam Alert: Phishing Scam Targets Bank Accounts"
- Lee Kah Yeow orchestrated a plan to steal money from a safe, with Tan Lye Meng's involvement, resulting in S$27,356 reported stolen, but only S$6,000 taken. Lee was arrested for criminal breach of trust and sentenced to 25 weeks' imprisonment, while Tan was convicted of receiving stolen property and drug offenses, receiving 7 years and 7 months' imprisonment and 6 strokes of the cane.
- A new phishing scam on WhatsApp and Facebook involves fake bank messages prompting victims to participate in lucky draws or promotions, leading to unauthorized transactions from their bank accounts. To avoid falling victim, individuals should not click on unsolicited links, verify information with official sources, refrain from sharing bank details or OTPs, report fraudulent transactions to their bank, and seek advice from the Anti-Scam Helpline at 1800 722 6688 or www.scamalert.sg.
