Singapore hangs first woman in 19 years following conviction for trafficking heroin

Saridewi Djamani, 45, was sentenced to death for trafficking nearly 31 grams of pure heroin

Saridewi Djamani, 45, was sentenced to death in 2018 for trafficking nearly 31 grams of pure heroin, according to the Central Narcotics Bureau. The agency described the amount as “sufficient to feed the addiction of about 370 abusers for a week.”

And I ask; why not. How many people have been killed or died as a result of this woman’s involvement in selling and distributing drugs?? Turnaround should be fair play.

Optimistically; if other people get the message that the government will not tolerate the selling and distribution of drugs, it may have an impact on the other drug pushers in Singapore.

Unlike the candy-ass enablers authorities of United States who encourage the commission of crimes because there is little to no repercussions to the criminals’ actions, places like Singapore have an entirely different way of dealing with crime.

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1.16 million Americans are arrested annually for drug related offenses. Key Findings. 80%. The percentage of prison inmates who abuse drugs or alcohol. 244K.

The proof is in the pudding: Statistics. The total number of physical crimes remain low in 2022. On a year-on-year basis, physical crime cases increased by 4.4% to 20,193 cases (2022) from 19,343 cases (2021) with the following breakdown[1]: Outrage of Modesty cases (8% of physical crimes) increased to 1,610 cases (2022) from 1,474 cases (2021).
Have a Look at the Top 10 Weird and Strange Laws in Singapore That You Should Know Before Traveling

Laws of the land – they have to be respected.

1. Singing in Public

This carries a penalty of more than three months in jail. What are we talking about? Singing or reciting in public is not legal. It also extends to ballads or obscene songs. Breaking this law means imprisonment and a fine for violators. 

2. Wi-Fi Connections

Connecting to another individual’s Wi-Fi is a rule violation. This is also called hacking. The penalty is a fine of $10,000. It also carries jail time of three years in some cases. 

3. Pigeon Feeding

Feeding pigeons is a criminal offence in Singapore. Feeding them may land you in trouble. You will have to pay $500 for breaking this rule. 

4. Homosexuality

Singapore forbids relationships between same-sex citizens. The law is not as stringent as many others. It was once sex against the order of nature. Violating this rule means around two years in jail. 

5. Not Flushing

Not flushing a public urinal/toilet will lead to a steep fine. You will have to pay a sum of $150 in this case. Urinating in an elevator is another strict no-no. They come with UDD (Urine Detection Devices). They help in finding the urine scent. This leads to an alarm and the doors close. The police arrive and nab the suspects. 

6. Public Smoking

Smoking in public is illegal. Singapore has a law against public smoking. The penalty here is $152-760 in the island city. Singapore implements this law. The regulation ensures a healthy ambiance for the general public. You can smoke in your own house or room. You cannot enter the country with cigarettes as well. 

7. Walking Naked in your House

Singapore has a stringent penalty for this offence. You cannot walk naked at home. This carries a hefty fine of $1,000. It may also lead to charges of pornography. Do not even violate this rule by mistake. 

8. Littering in Singapore

This is a good move. First-timers throwing smaller items will have to pay $300. Those littering thrice will have to clean up the streets once each week. They will have to wear a bib that says I am a litterer. This aims at making offenders feel guilty. They will hence not litter in the future. 

9. Selling Gum

The penalty for this offence is $100,000 and two years in prison. Chewing gum is not illegal but you cannot sell the same. As per Singapore laws, this is a punishable offense. 

10. Public Spitting

Singapore is not kind towards those who spit. You cannot spit in markets and coffee shops. You cannot spit on public roads and sidewalks. Breaking this law means paying a penalty of $1,000. 

You cannot also consume alcohol or party between 10.30 PM-7 AM. This carries fines up to $2,000. You should get your Government permit for any such party. The law came in only from the start of 2015. You cannot fly a kite in public as well. The punishment is $5,000 for this offence. This law is unavoidable in the island city. 

Are many of these infractions a little over the top?? I would say so. But move always been of the opinion, I would rather live in what country that is disciplined rather than a country that allows criminals to run rampant without any concern for consequences. Naturally, I blame the government.

Singapore has my 2 thumbs up.

It is about time that the USA gets the rope out.