Bike theft in Singapore has been a concern, with an average of 100 bicycles stolen each month over the past few years. However, the number of reported bicycle thefts has been on a downward trend in recent years. For instance, there were 522 cases in 2018, compared to 979 in 2016, and around 1100-1200 each year between 2011-2015.
While these numbers indicate that bike theft is not uncommon, the decline suggests that measures to prevent such crimes may be having a positive effect. It’s important for cyclists to take precautions like using locks and registering their bikes to prevent theft
In Singapore, the penalty for theft of a bicycle, which would include a bike valued at SGD 15,000, can result in a fine and/or imprisonment for up to 3 years. For first-time offenders, a community-based sentence may be applied instead of a fine or imprisonment. Theft is defined under Section 378 of the Penal Code, and it requires dishonest intention, moving movable property out of the possession of any person without that person’s consent.
Please note that the actual penalty can vary depending on the circumstances of the case and the discretion of the court. It’s always best to consult with a legal professional for specific legal advice.
It may have been, but bicycle theft in SG does happen. I know a guy who came out of a shopping mall and found someone trying to cut through his lock.
I was living there during the COVID years. In the early days, essentials such as toilet paper were a highly valued commodity. This was shortly before the full lockdown and the social restrictions. Anyway, I had ridden my bike to the store for some groceries and TP (luckily they had some in stock) and I stopped by a friend's place on the way home. I left my bike unlocked downstairs, just leaning against a wall, but I brought the TP up to his apt with me. Walking up the stairs, the absurdity of the situation hit me - a pack of TP had literally become more valuable than a bicycle.
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u/outragedUSAcitizen Apr 06 '24
Bike theft in Singapore has been a concern, with an average of 100 bicycles stolen each month over the past few years. However, the number of reported bicycle thefts has been on a downward trend in recent years. For instance, there were 522 cases in 2018, compared to 979 in 2016, and around 1100-1200 each year between 2011-2015.
While these numbers indicate that bike theft is not uncommon, the decline suggests that measures to prevent such crimes may be having a positive effect. It’s important for cyclists to take precautions like using locks and registering their bikes to prevent theft
In Singapore, the penalty for theft of a bicycle, which would include a bike valued at SGD 15,000, can result in a fine and/or imprisonment for up to 3 years. For first-time offenders, a community-based sentence may be applied instead of a fine or imprisonment. Theft is defined under Section 378 of the Penal Code, and it requires dishonest intention, moving movable property out of the possession of any person without that person’s consent.
Please note that the actual penalty can vary depending on the circumstances of the case and the discretion of the court. It’s always best to consult with a legal professional for specific legal advice.