Ex-Changi inmate from Singapore's maximum security prison documentary faces new charges over passport, stun guns
The Singaporean, 40, — who appeared in CNA's Inside Maximum Security — faces three charges, including leaving the island republic without presenting a passport and making a false passport application, according to a report published in Singapore-based online news and lifestyle platform Asia One.
The prosecutor said Singapore Customs and the Central Narcotics Bureau are still investigating and need two more weeks to complete their probe, Asia One reported quoting CNA.
Ang's lawyer informed the court that he planned to meet his client the following day, on Friday (July 25).
He is also accused of importing mini LED flashlight stun guns via a parcel on March 7, 2023, while under a remission order from November 2022 to June 2025.
He allegedly failed to present his passport at Woodlands Checkpoint in March 2023 and later falsely claimed he had lost it when reapplying.
Ang was charged last month with all three offences.
The case has been adjourned to allow authorities to complete investigations.
If convicted of leaving without presenting a passport, he faces up to 10 years in jail, a fine of up to S$10,000 (RM33,070), or both.
Making a false passport statement carries the same maximum penalties.
Importing stun guns as a first-time offender may result in up to two years' jail, a fine of up to S$100,000 or three times the goods' value, or both.
Repeat offenders may face up to three years' jail, a fine of up to S$200,000 or four times the value, or both.
Ang appeared in CNA's Inside Maximum Security, which aired in January 2022, highlighting his struggles with family and rehabilitation.
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