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1.	What is a Suspicious Transaction Report (STR)?
	An STR is made when a person knows or has reason to suspect that any property is directly or indirectly connected to criminal conduct, and suspicion is aroused during the course of the person's trade, profession, business or employment. The "transaction" usually refers to that of a financial nature. Such reports are lodged with the Suspicious Transaction Reporting Office (STRO) of the Commercial Affairs Department. back to top


2.	What is the difference between filing a Police Report and filing an STR?
	A police report is an official document that initiates police investigation when an offence is disclosed. You should make a police report when 1. you are a victim of a crime or a crime has been committed; 2. a person is missing; 3. property is lost or found. If the report reveals the commission of an offence, the Police will investigate the matter. An STR provides information on suspicious transactions that one has encountered. This is usually lodged when a person has "reason to suspect" that property is linked to criminal conduct. It is considered a provision of information and not a complaint of crime committed. The appropriate action to be taken is at STR Office's (STRO) discretion. back to top


3.	Who can lodge an STR?
	Everyone can lodge an STR if: he/she has reason to suspect that any property is connected to criminal activity. he/she has possession, custody or control of property or information about any transaction (or proposed transaction) relating to any property belonging to terrorism or terrorist entity. back to top


4.	What is the purpose of lodging an STR?
	An STR is an important source of information that can be used to detect crime, laundering of criminal proceeds and terrorism financing activities. Early detection of such activities helps reduce crime and keep Singapore safe and secure. back to top


5.	Where and how can I lodge an STR?
	You can lodge an STR in writing (addressed to Head, Suspicious Transaction Reporting Office), via email to STRO@spf.gov.sg or via our web-based STR On-Line Lodging System(STROLLS). Click on How to Lodge an STR for details. back to top

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