Business · Singapore Bureau
Two Chinese nationals charged over in-flight bank card theft
Two Chinese nationals face theft charges after allegedly stealing bank cards from passengers aboard a Singapore-bound flight, authorities said Tuesday.
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The two Chinese nationals were apprehended following an investigation into the alleged theft of multiple bank cards from fellow passengers during the flight. They have since been formally charged in connection with the incident, according to court records.
The theft is believed to have occurred during the flight while passengers were sleeping or distracted. Investigators recovered evidence linking the two men to the alleged crime, prompting their arrest upon arrival at Singapore's Changi Airport.
Authorities have appealed to other passengers on the flight to check their financial accounts for any unauthorized transactions. Bank officials have advised cardholders to monitor their statements closely and report any suspicious activity to their financial institutions immediately.
The case has drawn attention to security vulnerabilities during air travel, with aviation authorities reviewing in-flight safety protocols. Both men remain in custody pending further legal proceedings.