SINGAPORE: Four extra folks will likely be charged with allegedly breaching COVID-19 secure administration measures (SMMs) at a New Year’s Eve gathering in Clarke Quay
The 4 people are aged between 19 and 22, stated the Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) on Monday (Mar 21).
“Another three individuals have been served Notices of Composition (NOCs) of S$1,000 each for breaching SMMs,” it added.
This brings the overall quantity of people that have been or will likely be charged in relation to the New Year’s Eve gathering at Clarke Quay to 14.
A complete of 19 people have been served NOCs.
Videos circulating on social media in January confirmed crowds gathered exterior Riverside Point in Clarke Quay ushering within the new 12 months on Dec 31.
The COVID-19 multi-ministry process drive had referred to as the gathering “a potential superspreading event”.
“As we are still in the midst of a pandemic, it is important that everyone is socially responsible and complies with the prevailing SMMs,” stated URA.
“The authorities will not hesitate to take enforcement action against errant individuals and businesses. We urge everyone to play their part to protect their own health and that of others.”
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Source : channelnewsasia.com
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