Police to cooperate with FBI in Shane Todd investigation

SINGAPORE: The Singapore Police Force (SPF) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) will cooperate in the investigation into Shane Todd’s death.

The agencies have a longstanding working relationship and have engaged in several discussions on this matter.

The SPF will take into account any information and evidence the FBI may gather independently.

SPF has asked FBI for specific assistance in respect of the case and will share with FBI evidence obtained so far in accordance with the legal framework of both countries.

Both agencies will ensure that the investigation is thorough and all available evidence relevant to the cause of, and circumstances connected with the death of Shane Todd is made available at the coroner’s inquiry before the State Coroner.

The Todd family may pose relevant questions, through a counsel or by themselves, to the witnesses about the investigation findings, and the forensic and medical reports at the coroner’s inquiry.

The State Coroner will review the evidence presented and determine independently the cause of and circumstances connected with Shane Todd’s death.

The SPF will ensure that all information is comprehensively examined and scrutinised during the course of the investigation and continue to work with the FBI to engage the Todd family to get their co—operation and assistance with the ongoing investigation.

—CNA/ac