Pritam Singh Faces Criminal Trial Amidst Biscuit Controversy

Saturday, 19 October 2024, 02:10

Pritam Singh, Singapore’s opposition leader, is currently at the center of a criminal trial. The Pritam Singh case unfolds as discussions about 'lao hong' biscuits provide unexpected levity. Singh is charged with giving false testimony related to Raeesah Khan’s misleading statements to parliament in 2021.
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Pritam Singh Faces Criminal Trial Amidst Biscuit Controversy

Pritam Singh's Trial Overview

In the latest hearing of Pritam Singh’s trial, discussions astonishingly shifted to 'lao hong' biscuits—a Hokkien term for cookies that have lost their crunch. This light-hearted moment provided a stark contrast to the serious nature of the case. Singh faces charges stemming from former Workers’ Party MP Raeesah Khan’s earlier lies in parliament.

Trial Developments

  • The courtroom was filled as Singh's lawyer, Andre Jumabhoy, engaged in a pointed cross-examination of Loh Pei Ying, a prosecution witness.
  • The term 'lao hong' became a focal point of the discussion, with Loh attempting to clarify her earlier remarks about Khan.
  • On Thursday, revelations about Loh’s prior misleading statements regarding her redaction of crucial group chat messages added to the case drama.

As the trial continues with more testimonies expected next week, online interest in Jumabhoy’s distinct style has surged, leading some to dub him 'Singapore’s Gigachad'. Singh, who has served as an MP since 2011, has pleaded not guilty, facing potential fines and prison time.


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