SINGAPORE: Four Bangladeshi men attempting to swim to Singapore from Malaysian waters were arrested by the Police Coast Guard (PCG) for unlawful entry into Singapore. They were heading towards Singapore waters. The ICA and PCG said they take a serious view of attempts to overstay, enter or depart Singapore illegally. Those whose overstay or enter Singapore illegally can be jailed for up to six months and receive up to three strokes of the cane. Those who depart Singapore illegally face up to six months' jail, a fine of up to $2,000 (RM6,289), or both.

Source: The Star March 14, 2017 12:56 UTC