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Man jailed, caned for impersonating police officer in scam spree
A man has been sentenced to imprisonment and caning after posing as a police officer to defraud victims of cash and valuables across Singapore. The offences were committed throughout January 2026.
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Sugumaran Mohan was convicted of multiple charges related to his fraudulent scheme, in which he impersonated a law enforcement officer to gain the trust of unsuspecting victims. Over the course of nearly a month, Mohan systematically deceived individuals by falsely claiming to represent the police, using his assumed authority to collect money and valuable items from those who believed they were complying with official requests.
The deception came to light as authorities investigated complaints from multiple victims who had handed over cash and personal valuables to the man claiming to be a police officer. The pattern of offences spanning the entire month of January 2026 demonstrated a deliberate and sustained criminal operation.
At sentencing, the court imposed both custodial punishment and caning, reflecting the severity of the offences. The case underscores the dangers posed by fraudsters who exploit public trust in law enforcement authority. Police have advised members of the public to verify the identity of any officer making requests for money or valuables through official channels before complying.