Singaporeans Urged to Report Suspicious Activity

The Singapore Police Force’s Suspicious Transaction Reporting Office (STRO) is reminding the public of the importance of reporting suspicious activity to prevent financial crimes and maintain a safe society.

How to Report Suspicious Activity

Businesses and individuals can now file reports electronically using the STRO Online Notices And Reporting platform, known as SONAR. The online portal allows users to submit:

• Suspicious Transaction Reports (STRs): to report suspicious transactions that may indicate financial crimes
• Cross Border Cash Movement Reports (CMRs): to report cash movements across international borders that may be indicative of money laundering or other financial crimes
• Cash Transaction Reports for Precious Stones and Metals Dealers (CTRs): to report cash transactions related to the trade of precious stones and metals

Getting Started with SONAR

To access the platform, businesses need a CorpPass Account, which can be obtained through the CorpPass website or by contacting their support team. Individuals will also require a SingPass Account to register for a SONAR account.

Once registered, users can create user accounts and select ‘SPF E-Services (G2B)’ during the account creation process. This allows them to access the SONAR platform and submit reports electronically.

What Happens After Reporting

All reports filed through SONAR are received by the STRO office and used as intelligence for future investigations. However, if a police investigation is required, users should file a separate police report.

The STRO IT Team welcomes comments and feedback on the e-service and can be reached at SPF_STRO_IT_Team@spf.gov.sg.

By reporting suspicious activity through the SONAR platform, individuals and businesses can play an important role in keeping Singapore’s financial system safe and secure.