As dating apps become a popular way to connect, some stories are downright wild. But a young woman in Singapore took things to another level when she tried to scam money from an online date, then staged a dramatic fake assault and called the police.
The date set up to scam money
According to authorities, the case involves 20-year-old Claris Ling Min Rui, who met a 43-year-old man through a dating app back in March when she was 19. They moved their chat to Telegram and agreed to meet. The man promised to pay Ling 200 Singapore dollars (about $150).
They drank together at a bar, had a good time chatting, then went to a hotel and had consensual sex. But after, Ling upped her demand to six times the original amount, asking for 1,200 Singapore dollars (about $900). The man refused and offered only 500 USD (around 700 SGD), which led Ling to call the police and accuse him of rape. She even sent threatening messages saying he wouldn’t get away with it.
It’s clear she planned this ahead to make money. She demanded a big payout after sex, shocking the man who refused.
The shocking fake assault and police call
When rejected, Ling immediately flipped, screaming, crying, and threatening the man. When police arrived, she put on a dramatic show, crying and telling a completely false story accusing him of raping her while drunk.
But experienced officers quickly spotted inconsistencies in her story. Her statements didn’t add up and evidence at the scene didn’t match a rape claim. The man provided proof including chat logs and hotel security footage to clear his name.
After a thorough investigation, police exposed her entire scheme. The hotel cameras showed a very different story. Ling was arrested for making false reports, defamation, and threats. She later admitted to lying because she didn’t get the money she wanted.
Ling’s lawyer asked the court for a suspended sentence, saying she had learned a “deep lesson.” The judge requested reports to consider probation and delayed sentencing. In Singapore, false accusations can lead to up to 2 years in prison or fines, while threats carry up to 6 months jail or fines up to $5,000 SGD.
Her actions not only damaged the man’s reputation but also wasted police resources that could have been used for serious crimes.
This case is a warning about the risks of online dating. Behind the screen, traps and scams can be waiting. While both sides made mistakes, her fraud and false accusations are unacceptable.
Source: news.naver
