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Two men arrested over suspected in-flight bank card thefts
Police have arrested two men accused of stealing bank cards from passengers' luggage aboard a flight to Singapore. The suspects were found in possession of three cards that did not belong to them.
LSN Singapore ·
The arrests were made following an investigation into theft complaints from airline passengers, according to police statements. Officers recovered three bank cards in the suspects' possession during the operation, prompting charges related to theft from baggage.
The incident highlights ongoing concerns about security on commercial flights, with passengers advised to keep valuables secure and monitor their belongings during air travel. Airlines have implemented additional measures to combat in-flight theft, including cabin crew awareness training and security protocols for baggage handling.
Authorities did not disclose the identities of the two men or provide further details about the investigation. The case is understood to be under active investigation, with additional charges possible pending further inquiries.
Police have urged passengers who suspect they may have been victims of theft during air travel to file reports and contact their financial institutions immediately to report unauthorised card use.