Triad tour shines light on Singapore s gangland past
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01/07/2021 - 03:59 Now known for its clockwork orderliness and having one of the world s lowest crime rates, Singapore was once a gritty port plagued by rival mobsters Roslan RAHMAN AFP 4 min
Singapore (AFP)
A reformed gang member points out what were once opium dens and brothels on a tour of Singapore s financial district that explores the squeaky-clean Asian business hub s seedy criminal past.
Now known for its clockwork orderliness and having one of the world s lowest crime rates, the city-state was once a gritty port plagued by rival mobsters. This was the headquarters of the biggest gang in Singapore, says tour guide Bruce Mathieu, gesturing at a quiet street now housing restaurants, a hair salon and brightly-coloured murals.
Triad tour shines light on Singapore s gangland past
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