A former captain from the Singapore Armed Forces (SAF) is set to plead guilty later this year after being accused of multiple offences, including cheating and illegal vaping activities within a military camp.
Benjamin Song Yong Pang, 38, is currently facing a total of 26 charges. These include numerous counts of cheating, as well as offences related to the possession and distribution of prohibited vaping products. According to court documents, the alleged incidents took place over several years, spanning from 2020 to 2024.
The vape-related offences reportedly occurred at Nee Soon Camp, located along Transit Road near Sembawang Road. Authorities allege that Song repeatedly possessed and distributed vaping items within the camp premises between 2020 and 2023. Among the items involved were boxes of vape pods, disposable vaporisers, a vaporiser device, and “Heetsticks” — a form of heated tobacco product that is illegal in Singapore.
In one instance, Song is said to have distributed three boxes of pods along with a vaporiser device and Heetsticks while inside the camp. In subsequent years, he allegedly continued to possess additional quantities, including at least 10 boxes of pods and multiple disposable vaping devices.
Separately, Song faces 18 cheating charges tied to incidents that allegedly took place between 2021 and 2024. Prosecutors claim that he deceived multiple individuals into giving him money under false pretences. Some victims were reportedly told that the funds would be used for investment opportunities, while others were led to believe the money would go toward his mother’s medical expenses.
However, investigations suggest that the money — amounting to more than $145,000 — was instead used to settle Song’s personal debts and cover his living expenses.
Song was first brought before the courts in November 2025 in connection with the cheating allegations. Additional charges related to vaping offences were filed later, bringing the total number of charges against him to 26.
According to The Straits Times, the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF) previously confirmed that Song is no longer serving as a regular member of the SAF. However, no details were provided regarding his specific branch of service or the date his employment ended.
Song is expected to plead guilty on May 25. If convicted, he could face significant penalties under Singapore law, where both cheating and vaping-related offences carry strict consequences.
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