SINGAPORE – The police are currently investigating a deeply troubling incident involving the creation and sharing of deepfake nude photos of students at the Singapore Sports School (SSP). The allegations, which surfaced in November 2024, suggest that some male student-athletes have been creating and disseminating these explicit images of their female peers.
School’s Response
Principal Ong Kim Soon has stated that the school is fully aware of the situation and does not condone such harmful behaviour. In response to queries, he confirmed that an investigation has been launched and a police report has been filed. Due to the ongoing nature of the investigation, further details were not disclosed.
Police Investigation and Parental Concerns
- The police have confirmed the report and are actively conducting investigations.
- Parents of affected students have raised concerns and many have lodged police reports.
- According to a victim’s father, the incident reportedly began in June when images were first generated and circulated.
In a WhatsApp message to parents, SSP indicated that they are cooperating with law enforcement to remove any pertinent images from relevant online platforms.
Disciplinary Measures
The school has already begun to take disciplinary actions against the involved students, which include:
- Caning for some perpetrators
- Bans on participating in sports trips
- Suspensions from school, training, and boarding privileges
The school’s discipline committee is working closely with the police to address the situation, ensuring all students involved have been interviewed and their devices are under forensic examination.
What Are Deepfakes?
For those unfamiliar, deepfakes refer to digital content where artificial intelligence is used to create realistic-looking images or videos, often placing someone’s face onto explicit content. This technology can have serious implications, particularly concerning privacy and consent.
The school has assured parents that they are working hard to handle the emotional and psychological impact on affected students, providing counselling services where necessary.