Singapore – A vacation in Singapore ended behind bars for a 27-year-old Filipino tourist after he allegedly filmed six women in less than three hours. Usi Christian Jior Orlino, who was visiting the city-state with his girlfriend, now faces six weeks in jail following a voyeurism case that has drawn attention among Filipinos abroad.
According to a news report, Orlino was charged with six counts of voyeurism and pleaded guilty to three. The remaining charges were taken into consideration by the judge during sentencing.
What Happened
The incidents took place on November 6, 2025. In a span of under three hours, Orlino filmed six different women across two locations in Singapore:
- Five women were filmed at Chinatown Point
- One woman was targeted at the Outram Park train station
At a café inside Chinatown Point, he placed his mobile phone under the skirt of a woman wearing a blue dress and recorded her for 33 seconds. Later, at Outram Park, he spotted a woman in a black dress, took photos of her, and secretly filmed between her legs.
How He Got Caught
Orlino’s spree came to an end at the train station. Two alert commuters noticed what he was doing and caught him in the act. They handed him over to station staff, who called the police.
When officers arrived, they checked his phone, found the videos, and arrested him on the spot.
The Sentencing
Prosecutors pushed for a six-week prison term. The defense asked for leniency, pointing out that:
- It was Orlino’s first offense
- All the filming happened on the same day
The court ultimately handed down the six-week jail sentence.
A Reminder for Filipinos Abroad
Singapore takes voyeurism and similar offenses seriously, with strict penalties that apply to tourists and residents alike. For OFWs and Filipino travelers, this case is a sharp reminder that local laws abroad can carry heavy consequences, even for first-time offenders.
Acts that might seem to go unnoticed are often caught by watchful members of the public, and authorities act fast. Whether you’re working, studying, or simply on holiday, respecting the laws and people of your host country protects you and upholds the reputation of Filipinos overseas.