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SINGAPORE \u2013 A former People\u2019s Association (PA) employee was handed cheating charges on Nov 25 after allegedly making over $10,000 in false claims for events that did not take place. <\/p>\n
Soh Gim Loon, 40, said he intends to plead guilty to his offences and is expected to do so on Jan 6, 2026. <\/p>\n
In response to queries, a PA spokesman said on Nov 26 that the association has dismissed Soh from service following an internal disciplinary investigation and his admission of misconduct.<\/p>\n
\u201cAs the matter is currently before the courts, PA is unable to comment further,\u201d added the spokesman.<\/p>\n
According to charge sheets, on July 9, 2023, Soh allegedly cheated PA by submitting a claim of $5,950 for expenses purportedly incurred for a dragonboat interest group activity, despite knowing that the activity did not take place.<\/p>\n
That same day, Soh also allegedly submitted a claim of $2,850 to PA purportedly incurred for a National Day event, even though the actual expenses incurred for the event were lower. <\/p>\n
Soh is also accused of cheating PA on July 12, 2023, by submitting a claim of $5,000 for expenses purportedly incurred for a durian party event despite it not taking place.<\/p>\n
On Dec 15, 2023, Soh allegedly submitted to PA a $950 claim for expenses for a Christmas event, when he knew the actual expenses incurred were lower.<\/p>\n
Those convicted of cheating may be jailed for up to 10 years and is liable to a fine.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n