Geylang NPC

Have you ever used Whatsapp Web?

Beware of fake websites! Read more to find out

Be careful before you click any links!

How long has it been since you have last played with Congkak?

The Congkak is a popular two-player childhood game where each player tries to get more shells/marbles into their home than the opponent.

Check out this giant Congkak at Wisma Geylang Serai and comment down below your favourite childhood game! Mine was Police-and-Thief. 👮🏻‍♀️👮🏽‍♂️

Seen something in your neighbourhood, at work or online that is suspicious?

Keep a lookout as a Community Watch Scheme (CWS) member and report suspicious activities.

Sign up for any of the interest groups to receive regular alerts and crime information in your areas of interest. Share the information with your family and friends so that everyone can stay vigilant and play a part to keep Singapore safe.

Sign-up for CWS now via the form at https://go.gov.sg/cwscheme-g or via the SPF website at https://www.police.gov.sg/Join-SPF/Volunteer-Schemes/Community-Watch-Scheme

After-hours patrols, even in the dark.

Scammers may leverage on local or global events that capture widespread public attention, like the recent CrowdStrike IT outrage or Singapore’s Budget 2024 announcement, to perpetuate phishing scams. 👿 Some common signs of phishing include 🚩:

(a) Clickable links from unsolicited or random emails, messages, images or advertisements
(b) Spoofed website addresses (such as www.m1cr0soft.1234.com.co)
(c) Requests for your one-time passwords (OTPs), personal or banking details
(d) Prompts to download attachments or third-party apps outside official app stores

Always remember to perform these CHECK actions 📋:

(a) Do not use links or QR codes provided by unknown persons to make payments or transfers
(b) Never disclose you personal information, internet banking and social media account details, and OTPs to anyone
(c) Always verify the authenticity of unsolicited links you received and check the webpage addresses for discrepancies
(d) If you are unsure whether the situation you are facing is a scam, check with a trusted individual or call the anti-scam helpline at 1800-722-6688

Read the article to find out more! 📕

Recent global IT outage a timely reminder to stay vigilant against scams Besides the CrowdStrike outage, here’s how scammers have leveraged public events to deceive victims in times of uncertainty. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Our Citizens on Patrol are not just patrolling the neighbourhood; they are raising community awareness on safety and security matters!

Did you know that we have our very own world of Vincent Van Gogh at Blk 56 Pipit Road!

This void deck art gallery is a community art project by Social Creatives with aim to add a touch of life and colour to the neighbourhood!

Have you ever seen these paintings? Do appreciate them together with our officers if you see us in the vicinity.

To the place we call home🏠

🇸🇬 Happy National Day! 🇸🇬

Welcome to Geylang Neighbourhood Police Centre (NPC).

Our officers from Geylang NPC are always ready to serve and answer your queries.

You are also welcome to lodge a Police report at your own convenience, anytime, anywhere via the e-services at https://www.police.gov.sg/e-services.

Lock it or Lose it!

Our COP volunteers are always doing their part to create a safer and secure neighbourhood for all!

Join us as a COP volunteer at SPF website or click on this link!

🚦Road Safety🚦

On 22 July 2024, Geylang NPC held a crime prevention talk at Super Talent Childcare @ MacPherson 93.

Our officers advised the children on what they should do when crossing the road. The children also had the opportunity to sit and take photos in our Fast Response Car.

Always cross the road at designated pedestrian crossings, overhead bridges, zebra crossings or underpasses. Safety is not an accident - it's a choice each of us can make.

Does patrolling on foot technically mean mobile patrol as we are “mobile”?

📣 From 1 Jul 2024, all SMSes sent from government agencies, ministries, statutory boards, and services will show ‘gov.sg’ as the sender ID. It makes it easier for the public to verify authentic government communications sent by SMS, with greater confidence and accuracy. 🎯

📲 A legitimate SMS from the government should have all four of these indicators: 📋

(a) The sender ID is gov.sg with all letters in lowercase.

(b) The SMS begins with the full name of the agency or service that sent it.

(c) The SMS ends with this signature: “This is an automated message sent by the Singapore Government.”

(d) SMSes from gov.sg are grouped into a single conversation, even if they are from different agencies.

Always remember that government officials, especially the Police, will never
ask the public to do the following over the phone or through text messages: 👿

(a) Transfer money to bank accounts;

(b) Request for personal, banking, SingPass or CPF-related information;

(c) Ask you to click on links that lead to bank websites; or

(d) Ask you to install applications or software from third-part websites.

Read the article to find out more! 📕

Received an SMS from the Government? Here's an easy way to tell if it's real From July 1, all SMSes sent from Government agencies, ministries, statutory boards, and services will show ‘gov.sg’ as the sender ID. Read more at straitstimes.com.

Don’t be a victim of bicycle theft!

U-lock it, don’t lose it!

Did you receive emails or phone calls from the ‘staff’ or the ‘support team’?

It could be a part of an ongoing phishing scam campaign targeting CrowdStrike users!

Learn how scammers trick their victims and the possible malicious domains impersonating CrowdStrike's brand associated with the phishing campaign.

[AL-091] Ongoing Phishing Campaign Targeting CrowdStrike Users Cyber Security Agency of Singapore.

Received a call from an unknown number and the caller claims to be someone you know? The caller asks you to guess his/her identity and asked you to save the new number? Subsequently he/she asks you an emergency loan, help to perform a banking transaction or install a third-party app to make restaurant reservation? This is a Fake Friend Call Scam! 😡

Do these CHECK actions 📋:
- Verify the caller’s identity by calling their last known number, contacting them via other means or meet up in person
- Check with someone you trust, such as mutual friends, to confirm the identity of the caller
- Only install apps from official app stores and do not click on links sent via text messages by someone you have not verified

Read the article to find out more! 📕

Friend or fraudster: Beware of unusual requests via text messages or calls There were 6,859 victims of fake friend call scam cases in 2023, an increase of over 220 per cent from the year before. Read more at straitstimes.com.

TGIF!

Our COP members patrol their neighbourhoods in groups of at least 4 members to prevent and deter crime.

Join us as a COP volunteer at SPF website or click on this link!

🔎Stranger Danger🔎

On 18 July 2024, Geylang NPC did a crime prevention talk at Raffles Montessori Kindergarten (Aljunied).

Our officers shared with the children tips on what they should do when a stranger approached them as well as the different types of police equipment! The children relished the opportunity to try on and take photos with the equipment on!

If you see anyone loitering and behaving suspiciously at a car park or outside a house, take note of the person's description and call the Police immediately. Your call may just help make our neighbourhood a safer place.

A minute to lock, a whole day at ease.

Secure your bicycle for a peace of mind!

Watch out for our friendly Citizens-on-Patrol (COP) at your neighbourhood!

Our COP volunteers will patrol the neighbourhood, alert the Police when they observe anything suspicious and engage the community on crime prevention measures to jointly create a safer and secure living environment for all!

🌻 An Annual Affair 🌻

On 9 July 2024, Geylang NPC had our crime prevention talk at Sunflower Preschool @ Dakota.

Our officers have been doing such talks with the school since 2022 and we were heartened to hear that the children remembered us! The children also came up to us during other events and patrols, saying that they recognised us from the talks!

It is moments like these that warm the cockles of our hearts and remind us why we do what we do as police officers! We look forward to strengthening our relationship with our community and residents.

Chat with our friendly officers! Drinks are on us

Join us on 17/07/24, 10am to 11am at 65 Circuit Road Singapore 370065 (BGAIN 65 Eating House)

We hope to see everyone soon!

Do not be a victim of theft from vehicle!

- Park your vehicle in well-lit areas.
- Secure all the windows and doors properly.
- Remove the key from the ignition, even if leaving the vehicle for a short while.
- Avoid leaving any valuable items on vehicle seats or in the view of passers-by.
- Scan the vicinity for suspicious characters before leaving vehicle.
- If you see any suspicious characters, take note of their appearance, attire, height, or any other distinctive physical features, and call the Police for assistance.

🌌 Starry Starry Night by Old Airport Residents' Network 🌌

On 6 July 2024, Geylang NPC conducted a talk at the Starry Starry Night event organised by Old Airport Residents' Network. During the sharing, our officers taught the resident on ways they could ACT against Scams and protect themselves!

During this time, many residents signed up to be a volunteer under the Community Watch Scheme (CWS)! As a volunteer, residents would be updated on the latest crime information, alerts and advisories!

Learn more about CWS through the SPF website or click here