SINGAPORE, April 5 — Two men between the age of 24 and 25 were arrested by the police yesterday afternoon.

According to the police, the duo had turned up in front of the Istana with placards at about 4pm. Channel NewsAsia understands that duo were holding signs that read “You can’t silence the people” and “Injustice” for about half an hour. They were clad in red hoodies and dark-blue jeans.

Police also said that both of them had refused to stop the activity despite requests from the officers. As such, they were arrested for organising a public assembly without permit, under Section 16(1)(a) of the Public Order Act, Chapter 257A.

Channel NewsAsia also understands that the two men are not affiliated to any groups or organisations. Police investigations are on-going. — Today