Why Police Allows Media Coverage When Accused Persons Are Brought to Crime Scenes to Assist in Investigations

Question:

Mr Dennis Tan Lip Fong: To ask the Minister for Home Affairs why does the Singapore Police Force allow media coverage when accused persons are brought back to the scenes of crime to assist in further investigation.

Answer:

Mr K Shanmugam, Minister for Home Affairs and Minister for Law:

1. The Police will make an assessment (based on public interest) in deciding whether to disclose the identity of person(s) under investigation. In such cases, the Police may also facilitate media coverage of the accused person’s return to the crime scene so that they can report on the developments in the case. Strict cordons are put in place where necessary, to ensure the media, as well as members of the public, remain at a safe distance to avoid any interference with the investigation.