Government officers interdicted amidst misconduct probe

Their duties have been covered by their respective deputies, as the Ministry of Home Affairs says it views allegations of misconduct seriously.

MHA said investigations began in end December 2011 in the case of Mr Ng Boon Gay and in early January 2012 in the case of Mr Peter Lim Sin Pang. Both officers were placed on leave from their duties when the investigations commenced and they were interdicted on 25 January 2012, pending disciplinary proceedings.

Former Commissioner Singapore Civil Defence Force Mr Peter Lim Sin Pang and former Director of the Central Narcotics Bureau Mr Ng Boon Gay are currently assisting the Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau in its investigations into allegations of serious personal misconduct.

Meanwhile MHA has also decided to appoint Mr Eric Yap Wee Teck and Mr Ng Ser Song to assume command of the Singapore Civil Defence Force and the Central Narcotics Bureau respectively with effect from 1 February 2012. This is to ensure leadership continuity of both organisations.

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Home Affairs and Minister-in-charge of the Civil Service Mr Teo Chee Hean commented, “If officers are found to have abused the trust placed in them, we will not hesitate to take firm and decisive action against them.”

As investigations are ongoing, MHA is unable to comment on the details of the case.