SINGAPORE: Multiple reports have been lodged about people dressed as clowns and approaching children at various primary schools, the police told CNA on Monday (Sep 20).
Investigations are ongoing, said the police, adding that they are “verifying the facts with an education centre on their alleged involvement in the incidents”.
This comes after photos circulating on social media show a man dressed as a clown outside what appears to be Temasek Primary School in Bedok South Avenue 3.
Tao Nan School, a primary school located nearby, informed parents in a notice that police had alerted that people dressed as clowns were “seen loitering around primary schools and requesting (students) to follow them”.
The notice, signed by the school's principal, added: " Please remind your child/ward not to be lured by any strangers and keep (the) school informed or call police immediately if your child/ward spot any suspicious characters around the school premises."
The police also cautioned members of the public to stay away from strangers and to report any suspicious people or activities. "
"Call 999 if you require immediate assistance from the police, or visit the nearest Neighbourhood Police Centre to speak to a police officer," they said.
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Investigations are ongoing, said the police, adding that they are “verifying the facts with an education centre on their alleged involvement in the incidents”.
This comes after photos circulating on social media show a man dressed as a clown outside what appears to be Temasek Primary School in Bedok South Avenue 3.
Tao Nan School, a primary school located nearby, informed parents in a notice that police had alerted that people dressed as clowns were “seen loitering around primary schools and requesting (students) to follow them”.
The notice, signed by the school's principal, added: " Please remind your child/ward not to be lured by any strangers and keep (the) school informed or call police immediately if your child/ward spot any suspicious characters around the school premises."
The police also cautioned members of the public to stay away from strangers and to report any suspicious people or activities. "
"Call 999 if you require immediate assistance from the police, or visit the nearest Neighbourhood Police Centre to speak to a police officer," they said.
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