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How Tough Is Singapore Prison Life? | Inside Maximum Security - Part 1/4 | CNA Documentary
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 25 มี.ค. 2025
- For the first time ever, six inmates, incarcerated multiple times and at least once at maximum security, agree to reveal their full identities, for the cameras to capture their lives behind bars, as they unfold. Will the regime in jail finally be enough for them to renounce a life of crime? Will this be their final stint in Changi Prison?
Meet Graceson, a gangster who manages to get himself a new tattoo in prison and duly caned for it. Khai, a professional skateboarder who is just coming to terms with the loss of his career. Rusdi who is counting down to his release in 50 days using packets of snacks. And Boon Keng who gets into trouble for keeping origami in his cell during a cell search.
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About the show: Five hardened criminals, One unique prison. Watch their lives unfold - in a prison quite unlike any other - spartan to the extreme yet sophisticated in its methods.
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I am very moved by the inmate’s effort to give himself reward daily till his date of release. If he does the same by setting goals after release, he will succeed. This is a great video, it shows the inside workings of prison and also helps others to understand and accept inmates better.
Well he’s a bit more fortunate and privileged in his knowledge of rewards. He was a fitness instructor and successful - so he has more education and awareness around certain things or he was there in minor drug charges. I think he will like learn his lesson compared to more serious cases of inmates.
But i really thought that was a fine way to approach it and i hope other in mate learned from his example when he leaves as peer facilitator.
Dude is probably a millionaire lol, he living better than everyone after release
1000% factual
@@hulahula6182 indeed he is a millionaire!
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The fact they have different meal plans based on peoples dietary restrictions, and not just low sugar for serious conditions like diabetes, things like non meat and low spice options. Wow
Yes but what about the no bed sleeping on the concrete my back would be screaming
The food is also awful
@@Overrated230 they have those mats, which is really important because if you don't have aircon, mattresses + bedsheets would be too hot and also require washing, drying - money that doesn't need to be spent if we got them bamboo mats. It's like the Japanese tatamis, in a way. If they need it to be softer, they can use one of the blankets
Also, you're in jail as punishment for a crime, not to have fun
I feel like people are misinterpreting my comment. I’m making an observation about the types of foods they serve. I never claimed the food looked great or the living conditions would be good either. You are in prison as a punishment, and the second a prison becomes preferable than an outside life, it stops being a punishment
@@creator2909 you have never been to prison
When I first started working as a corrections officer I was scared to be in the rooms with the inmates (15-33 per large cell) and over time I realized they are just normal people like anyone else, the kind of people you would see in a grocery store or a gas station. Most of them just had a bad time in their life or unfortunate events to place them behind bars. Very few were troubled people that should remain separated from society for years.
I'm a retired criminal defense attorney. I agree with your assessment.
I’m a friend of an acting Defence Attorney that would also agree with your assessment. She has taught me to not judge without knowing full facts as to why some people end up on the other side of the law. The hows .. the whys and an understanding of circumstances in their lives that may… and contribute to bad choices made.
(Not quite convinced me of the Jeffery Dahmers of the world yet)
You must work at a very easy-going prison. A few of the prisons I was at were literal battlegrounds.
@@VeniVizzleVici … I’ve seen many documentaries on prisons. I can honestly say… I admire anyone who work in Correctional facilities, a career not for the faint hearted, by no means.
Thank you fo your service, anyone putting their life on the line for others has my utmost respect JR!
Blessings from🇦🇺
@@VeniVizzleVici it was rural east coast. The hardened guys actually behaved well because they didnt want to be bothered, a few would come along and try to "run the cell" and end up fighting but for the most part it was the first time people that gave me trouble, the didnt understand how their bad behavior would instantly be corrected and they should find themselves in solitary.
The respect between jailers and inmates is a dynamic I've rarely seen in America. Despite the isolation, they are genuinely provided for. In America I saw someone die in jail after weeks of asking to see a doctor without a response. No one up the chain cared.
Thats why american prisons is one of the worst systems in the world
Because of corruption
If it were not for corruption it would be one of the best
It is the same in most countries.
@MegaGun2000 in corrupted countries yes
Oh well, don’t land yourself in prison.
@@MegaGun2000 No, it is not the same in most countries. The life of an average mid-western american goes up significantly if they would be incarcerated in a singaporian prison, while the same can't be said for an american ignorance of human rights (I mean "prison"). There are prisons in poor african countries that are more humane than an american one. That leads to the stark realization that being more humane than an average american prison is disturbingly easy.
The most remarkable thing about Singapore prisons is that they are safe places for the prisoners. In some countries, prisoners got physically and sexually abused by both prison officers and inmates. Singapore Prison Service is doing a great job. Keep it up!
It's time for me to apply for imprisonment.
Is this where you guys keep all the people that take chewing gum?
@@crimsonwolf866 no chewing gum won't die one la
Yes, such a kind system that brutally tortures people for trivial offenses. What an educated society. If a giant meteor were to wipe out Singapore tomorrow the world would be a better place.
@@crimsonwolf866 if you do marijuana or possess it you will be killed
That guy named Rusdi was already released at this point. I hope Rusdi is living well, and that he won’t forget his effort to keep all those snacks to celebrate his freedom. I hope all of them can find themselves in society again.
dont know about that society thing
@@78themchuila9 What?
Just kill them. They are nothing. Just costing money for their government. They are not going to go straight even if they do get out, so why let them live.?. These kind of people all over the world cost billions to keep alive, why mollycoddle this kind of scum when ordinary honest people struggle to live. Why make a documentary about them? Start making documentaries about the honest people instead. Who wants to know what this vermin have for breakfast.?.
@@terryhorne2582 Well that escalated rather quickly Adolf. What is your preferred method of extermination? Gas or bullets?
@@terryhorne2582 Wow you sure have a great view on this lmao
Man got me in tears where he told he showed good conduct for 3 months to claim a picture. I salute u bro i hope ure doing well after gets released
Y dont they provide them with cots to sleep on instead of the floor?
@@heathersvids3054 dif cultures plus they did bad stuff prison isnt a nice place it's punishment
How do you think he even got there in the first place to have basic privileges taken away like that… These systems are in place for a reason.
@@P1_M1ND bro most of them just consumed drugs or trespassed or stole it isn't even that big of a crime😭 they should atleast get an actual mattress
Ya ho
From what I can see, it's very interesting how the images get so happy over such small things like tea or coffee. It shows you that you only cherish things one they are taken away.
Another quality documentary screams for an award. Sincerely appreciated the inmates for their willingness to be in the footage. This is special.
Can't agree more. One of the best documentary I have ever seen in cna! 👍
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@Cuddles these are light offenses.
It's not like they murdered anyone.
They're not even in death row.
@@chickentowel7036 haha
Singaporeans don’t believe in second chances, even if they do, they don’t wanna be the one in that situation where they give someone the second chance
@@APersonOnTH-camX And they certainly didn't ask the inmates for their permission or willingness to appear in the video
@@APersonOnTH-camXIf you're related to the PM, yes you'll get a second chance.
from a country like Singapore i didnt expect less, so well organised and always ready to educate ppl, meditation music for the inmates WOW... and they are all so polite and respectful.
I found the 15 minutes of music patronising. We've found music helps inmates mental health.....so we play them 15 minutes of "meditation" Muzak once a day instead of having a music program or letting them have access to music in their cells. It was designed for one thing so when you heard it you'd be impressed with how forward thinking and caring they are.
@@steveanton763 Agreed, this all seems a bit faked to me.
to bad they dont have beds in their cell lol
@@creatornununu6895 Its too hot and there's no space
@@Pretparry It is. It's quite literally government propaganda. Mediacorp is owned by the Singaporean government.
To the inmates who are released this year, I hope you see this. I am rooting for you and I hope you stay on the right path. - From England
A lovely message, greetings also from England!
@@theozzy4717 I was one of them but I was released last year....currently planning my next robbery...
@@zayanumar5560 good for you👍🏼
@@theozzy4717 atleast this time i won't get caught since iam doing my research from the Internet that's how iam making my plan....its been 7 years since I was locked up...
@@zayanumar5560 Me too Gru got me into jail! I'll get my vengeance Oh Yeahhh!
Respected both prison guards and prisoners who accepted for interview on this video. Thank you for taught about good manner and respected. 👍
the guy who had 50 days left and has saved a snack for everyday until his realize is real motivation right there, truly amazing and at the moment i type this he is out of prison, i hope he chooses to do right and good in life!
Almost like he's not even a crim and just got done for drug consumption (probably weed) 🤔
18:24 ... For anyone who didn't understand when he said ' to own a car before 30'. Singapore is a small city-state and one of the most expensive countries in the world to own a car. You will first need to have a license to own a car (0r a bike ) referred to as a COE (Certificate of Entitlement ) which by itself costs 50k-80k also it expires after 10 years. To own a car is a luxury indeed. A second-hand car that you typically buy in the US for 10-15k can easily be as much as 100-120k$ in Singapore and on top of that road costs toll fees parking are also 10 times more. Older cars are banned to be imported or owned cars that don't pass emission rules are exported out. So you generally only see newer modern cars on the road. This system is partly to encourage public transport and reduce traffic. It's got the best public transport system you don't need a car, also the fact that it's so small. So if he had a house and also a car before 30 years old dude was a high roller...
Thanks for your explanations
You don't even need a car in Singapore the whole country/island can be traversed by your own legs. Unless you like going to Malaysia
He is my cousin and he did accomplished himself as a successful person. He had everything and definitely a high roller. Was shocked to see his face here didn’t know he got sentenced 😅
@@muhdirfan1183 who's your cousin?
Do they use bicycles, ebikes and scooters like the Xioami M365 a lot in Singapore?
Kudos to CNA and SPS for producing and approving this candid portrayal of prison life! Also wishing a fulfilling and meaningful civilian life to the soon to be released inmates.
Kudos word is becoming popular in the comment section
Nothing candid about this. Full of wayang
@@vandarkholme7759 Nothing wayang about this. Full of ignorance
@@damienlee927 u clearly know nothing about Singaporean media
@@damienlee927 They forgot to show prisoners being whipped.
Its crazy how so many of them do 2-3 years simply for drug consumption. The inmates are peaceful because they are simple people, not hardened criminals.
@@Rusty-Metal what's so difficult not doing drugs? you commit a crime, and you get a punishment
@@larrydestiny2184 you insufferable oaf
Not to mention the caneing lol
How about not doing drugs? Singapore is based.
@@larrydestiny2184 Yes, Massa!
Just stumbled on this channel and to be honest, the format is awesome!! It's refreshing to watch a mini-doc and not have a narrator constantly yammering in the background. It's just the prisoners and staff telling their stories. Will watch a few more after this and if the format stays the same, definetely gonna sub!! Thanks!!
I agree,
I've watched countless docs on prisons here in the Divided States of America, and one thing I can say is, after watching this one doc on Singapore prison practices, the American prison system could learn a thing or twelve from watching this one video. They've got it down packed on what rehabilitation truly means. Well done!
You should check Scandinavia prisons. Almost like hotels
They don't even have beds...
@@noless No beds but they have their own showers that's pretty neat.
I am curious, did you call it the divided states on purpose or was it a mistake? And if so, why?
@@josephpeterson3844 because of covid rules, the left are to strict and the right are having more common sense:)
Truly eye-opening. Props to CNA, the production team, inmates, and everyone involved to bring us this documentary!
@ 7:15, those inmates are still boys who need their mothers and fathers for guidance. See their childish attitudes.
@@Prometheus574 What are you talking about, why are they childish?
@@Prometheus574 what are you talking about? That’s their only source of freedom every single day, why wouldn’t they be excited for the only thing that changes in their life? the only thing childish here is you
@@oceanman6313 Change in their life? What's that to them if they have been repeatedly committing offences and do their time continuously? A person who never learned from mistake is childish. If they're mature enough, then they shouldn't be inside the cells nor acting like what you saw in the video.
@@Prometheus574 prison is to help changed them. They def learned their mistake once they got to prison
Man, unlike other prison footage, I felt like I'm gonna be insane just by few days inside this facility. Not because of how bad it is, but just by boredom. But just to be honest here, the inmate are treated SUPER WELL.
But they sleep on floor
Why would you get bored? The inmates have access to books, and work full time for pay on weekdays. Only real problem is that you can't really masturbate in the cells, but them's the breaks,
You know they still whack it
@@mindlesssheep9116 why not?
@@mindlesssheep9116 thats the point
Thank you so much for uploading this series. I was admitted to changi and later transfered to portsdown prison in 2003 for 18 months. This series brings back a lot of memories. The prison facilities has slightly improved, they are still using the same types of blankets,floor mats and slippers🤣. Back in those days,the mugs were coloured, not transparent, the food boxes have changed to smaller ones. The old food boxes were bigger. 🤭 after watching episode 1, i finally know how the meals were prepared 🤣 those days i have always wonder about that.
I remember sleeping on the cold floor, even with the mat is was still very cold at night. Thoses days staying in maximum security cell, they had the lights on 24 hours, it was hard to sleep with the lights on all night long, but i managed to get used to it. 👍good that now they have the lights off at night, so the inmates can sleep better😉
what was your charge, sister?
Must be hard to sleep on the floor. Wake up with pain?
Wow, were you really?
@@asadadil8695 i was charged for possession of drugs
@@GratDuForloradeArgumentet it was hard and cold cement floors, but they provide a straw mat for each immate, so it wasn’t tat bad. But if u sleep near the toilet, you can smell the urine stench as the toilets are just next to the sleeping area and no doors ..
This is such a honest portrayal of prison life, not over the top BS that you get on other documentaries. Well done CNA. Peace Love Harmony.
This is 100% fake. They take inmates and hang them in a room with their families next door, family isn't even allowed to give them a hug before hanging. Its a brutal country.
@@aln4244 LOL. Hate this country much to the point of spreading lies😂😂😂😂. Hope your statement will satisfy your life
@@aln4244 where you from? I wonder how you know such liar story?
Its a great documentary but somehow scripted.
@@bobafett5757 If it’s not scripted, they’ll be talking abhorrent English
I appreciate that CNA has made this documentary. In light of recent events, this programme has been timely. I have friends who have worked in Singapore's prison system, and they have nothing bad to say. I also am aware there's going to be comments on the element of official propaganda. Nevertheless, I find that you guys have handled it well to show both staff and inmate the empathy and respect they deserve. Cheers and thanks for this wonderful insight.
LookUp Prison Fight - Cut over a Kit Kat
🍫 🔪 😂
@qopoy dnon yea u right dawg I'll decline the joint my mate's burning because the ridiculous Singaporean justice system puts people away for several YEARS if they are seen inhaling from it LOL
This is the "Be scared of the law. Don't question why, just be scared of the prison time" mentality. it doesn't teach anyone anything about behaving justly in society. It creates adult children.
@@jackswanson1725 that sounds and looks like a comedic sketch
@@jackswanson1725 or just ur average American prison
Lol put to death for cannabis. So progressive Singapore! 🤡
If there were prisons like these in India, every single homeless person would be committing serious crime
😂
I can understand that , lol.
*Congrats CNA Insider this Part 1 documentary has crossed over 1.6 Million views in just under 5 days and still trending at number 2 and everyone now is looking forward for Part 3 and 4 so Well Done CNA for producing this excellent and informative documentary*
Hey just a warning Mr.Fett, Cad Bane is looking for you ! And he looked absolutely steaming !!
@@ztuzar163 I am looking for him too cos I got huge bounty for his ventilator mask that can save us all from the next pandemic.
CNA that you?
To say simply it's a full discipline hell of no where a man will learn if he is alone at home. Very clean prison I've ever seen in maximum security prisons doc and great job for CNA doc. I appreciated your doc and i hope you get an award for this doc someday
Honestly speaking as an ex inmate long time ago, the cleanliness has indeed improve so much compared to the past. However there are stupid laws imposed within the prison from the officers and higher up which is ridiculous. Some of them are plain stupid which I shall not disclose here. But with that being said, air is definitely fresher on the outside. Always think before u commit any crime because it ain’t worth it doing time inside be it 1, 2 or 3 years.
Bro say leh, ynwa
Must training yourself. To prepare
You are stupid.. go inside for what.. 🤣
@@xcre8ionx wah don't be cb la
Were you put into a Singaporean prison system?
A very educational documentary which gives viewers an insight of prison life in Singapore! Credit should be given to those inmates who were willing to take part in the filming! Really appreciate their courage! Trust that they will become good citizens upon their release!
This is the most arresting series that CNA had produced. I was so engrossed and intrigued.
All you need to do is commit a terrible crime and you can live what those scums are going through rn.
I really liked this program too. It is not over the top and cheesy, just honest and up front what these guys have to go through each day. It would be so hard to stay in a wee little section day in , day out. I give these guys credit because it takes a whole lot of patience and control to not freak out daily. I have subscribed and will definitely be watching this channel. Thank you.
There is no rehab program they suppose to sit and do nothing all day they cannot even fold paper, I know they are criminals but it's commendable that some people manage to not go insane
Crooked Killary Clinton needs this!!
r u irish?
@@kittenmimi5326they have the option of signing up for programs
Most people have mental breakdown during their first week. Screaming and crying. Feeling like they are dying, can´t breathe and stuff like that. Prison is no joke even in a safe prison. Now imagine that mental pressure with 3 convicted murderers as a person being there just for minor issues like debt and stuff :D life long experience.
This is so much different to all the prison documentaries I saw about the US, Russia, Bangladesh.. This is actually amazing. There's a lot of respect and focus on rehabilitation. For what we are allowed to see
Ah yes, focusing on rehabilitation by treating them like dogs for the duration of their sentence, making them sleep on the ground, lay on the ground to receive bread and their meals. So humane
@@JohnWayne-dh8gl The straw mats are to stop inmates from hiding dangerous weapons because some inmates have that habit which in turn will endanger everyone's life.
Having lived in Singapore for number of years (as a British Serviceman) I am familiar with Changi Prison ( Used by the Japanese in WW2,) The place is strict, spotlessly clean and serves a purpose which is to put offenders into training and meeting social requirements once their Prison Time is over. In my years in Law Abiding Singapore, I can say that it is the cleanest, most interesting and well run country, despite the tiny size, everything is Up To The Minute in terms of modernism. Especially most countries in the 'Outside World' can learn from this amazing, beautiful tiny Island with its wonderful attitudes,Population and Government. Terry Offord
@@JohnWayne-dh8gl tortured as in what. stop tryna justify the reasoning behind all this as torture. you're not in prison to ENJOY, you're there because you did something wrong. Everything is transparent to avoid hiding things/smuggling so as to not let them go back to their old ways. Some of them do drugs, smuggling etc. And it's also to protect the officers.
@@JohnWayne-dh8gl isnt that almost all maximum security prisons?
That cell search was intense, I nearly fainted at the sign of the improvised hook and don't even get me started with the origami crane
I think it’s the only “jail cell” I’ve seen that guards greet each inmate’s a “good morning” during head count inspection first thing in the morning!🥰
This is a massive eye opener even though I have several people I know that have experienced living in the prison. And props to CNA again to show our country's prison life
Singapore prison is quite luxurious kind of prison compared to other countries that all packed like sardines....
Quite the strict regimen. Everything in perfect order. Eat, sleep, and do everything else on the floor. 4 slices of bread and a beverage for breakfast. Inmates may be subject to caning. Don't get busted in Singapore!
*Well done CNA Insider this is another well produced local world class standard documentary and every aspect of it is so excellently designed and executed and surely well delivered*
Yes. It will do training for those who spread fake news against the govt. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
@@tankman20064 Once inside there ownself will be spread further.
Totally agreed 👍🏽👍🏽
@@Rock3re Indeed its an award winning documentary.
@@tankman20064 tbh if its fake news im very sure the channel would be deletes for stating fake stuff and besides that the channel wont exist in the first place for faking stuff.
I hope that the first guy is able to live well and adapt to after covid conditions, rooting for u bro
I’m a case manager for inmates in the U.S i used to have a view on inmates that they were criminals and could never change. My job changed that to see them as people who made a wrong decision and some really do want to change their life but some just don’t have the resources to. It’s why I became case manager to actually make a difference to help me on their road to rehabilitation.
How much is the salary of a prison guard In The US
@@behindthescenes9272 it depends by state. It can range from $30,000-$40,000 in state prisons. To $50,000 and up for more dangerous and federal prisons.
I’m not a prison guard so I’m not really connected to all of that but I’ll say I make around $45,000 to $55,000 depending on my year.
Could you give me your fcb account? I'm a prison guard from a foreign country I want to ask you few questions if you don't mind
@@wlmhs8245 that's a decent amount of money
Finally i juz found this vid. All dark memories came back to me. It will always stay with you anyway. Ive been in n out from such incarceration here n there since i was 18. Thank GOD 🤲 i finally succeeded to live a normal sane person at age 46. 2005 was my last episode which the chapter is closed for good. I lived a simple life now but much happier n contented. Went thru a lot juz to evade those trickery path in life. Eventually i prevail with my family support n my concrete determination to improve my life. Thank u GOD. To all those wannabes i must say theres nothing to be proud of. Do some soul-searching coz living there is a misery.Regrets is what we get.
@convict life No thanks, I've just eaten.
I feel for the first skateboarder. If he sees this video, here for you man, hope we can skate tgt in the future.
I mean. I'm not sure I do. He apparently beat his girlfriend up, and something about blackmail? As someone who was negatively impacted by domestic abuse, I personally have *very little* tolerance or mercy for men who beat the women or children in their lives.
@@eyespliced i didnt mean i supported his actions, i mean like he seems like a nice guy. But in the heat of the moment emotions can take over. Not that his actions are at all justified. Hope ur feeling btr tho aft ur experience
@@eyespliced my brother knows that guy as one of his skating buddies and he is quite nice once you got to know him. he only got into that situation due to his anger issues, which alone i know its not an acceptable excuse, but i would like to believe that there really is something good about them.
@@Zrinex 2:11 idk if I'm misunderstanding, but it says its his 6th incarceration. I have a seriously hard time believing that anyone who's been incarcerated 6 times isn't a shitty person. Most abusers seem nice on the outside, but are devils behind closed doors.
@@RubiixCatright?! I also noticed it was his 6th
"Food is kept in a tray which keeps it warm when it reaches the inmates"
"It's very cold"
😂😂
Another great production from CNA
I’ll return to this video in a few months just so I can rewatch with the knowledge quite a few of these inmates will be free men
I got a headache reading your comment. What were you trying to say?
@@zohrehjan What he is trying to say that in a few months he will watch this video again because at that point some of the inmates will be already be released from their sentencing end date (since this documentary was recorded a few years back).
Long story short, he's going to re-watch it. The fact of the inmates being released at that point is entirely redundant but hey, his opinion and he's entitled to it.
you fell off😓😞
@@mistress9sama alright ok, thank you for your explanation
This is truly good documentary. A eye opener indeed . After seeing the video you dun want to commit any crimes and end up in that cell . It’s really nightmare. But if we’re to compare with other countries tough prisons Singapore holds a tough prison but they care about changing them and not brutal like other toughest prisons in the world. Looking forward to part 2……
I rather stay in this Singapore prison than United States or south American prisons
They are hell
I won't be worried about someone knocking me out and make me his babe for the night, or some gang violence, extortion and violence, Singapore prison is paradise compare to other places
Chouoh
@@PAYDAYHEDGE "make me his babe" ight that actually made ma chuckled a bit
man singapore will throw u in jail for 3 years for jaywalking 🤣 their laws are absurd
Thats incredible. They are so strict yet they want the prisoners to learn and discipline and never break the rule of the law next time. Thank u for ur video.
I get they’re treated well but man…solitary confinement non stop is gnar.
Thank you for the respectful way you portrayed this documentary. Very tastefully done
I love how the prisoners in Singapore is like accepting it like “ i did something wrong this is my punishment while in my country they try to escape and fight back
Nah they just chose the nicer inmates for interview.... there may be a lot who fight back they just dont get interviewed
The other prisons are just cruel
Cook : we put the food in trolleys to ensure the food stays warm when it reaches the inmates.
Inmate : I'd score the food 0/10 because it's cold and hard.
HAHAHAHAHA
CNA was also like that food is warm thing has to be bullshit 😂
Really funny too. It's shows external forces can be responsible for things we don't know😂😂😂😂
I would be dead after sleeping on the floor...ohhh my bad rheumatic 😂😂
The way he arranged his packs of food, was so nice for my ocd. Thanks bro.
being in Changi Prison is obviously not "cool" but to have a reality documentary which raises awareness of the life inside so others won't resort to doing illegal activities is kind of iconic.
The prison will never stop the criminal activities, you can see some of them are repeat offenders, so that already defeats your naive argument.
Man
@@invalleria iConic is what he said.
Prison does nothing to stop crime. Social reform, schooling for everyone and well paying jobs are what stop criminal acts.
@@sj4iy That won't stop crime, necessarily. It might stop crime done due to desperation, but not crime as a whole
There are those that just want to watch the world burn.
Those that don't listen to authority (even if they are good or not)
Those that are adrenaline junkies that can't find anything good enough other than being chased by police, on foot or in a car.
Good luck to all of them . I hope they can turn things around , everybody makes mistakes and everyone deserve a second chance , I was in prison once and a guard once told me " your punishment is just being here inside prison so why punish you even more , as long as you follow the rules "" .it just stook with me that
Respect 🙌
Amazing. Perfect rehabilitation. No waste of state money, yet not mistreating the prisoners, treating them like humans with a "good morning" even this helps them to remember their country or society is not their enemy. No gangs, no drugs, no mistreatment. So different from the US.
My nephew is the warden of a max security prison and we have several prisons near us. I am very impressed with your facility and your employees. It may be the cleanest best maintained max security prison on the planet. Well done. I know your staff were wanting to do a good presentation but we (that have many friends and family working in corrections and are very familiar with them) can tell what a great job you are doing.
I work in a prison in Bavaria and it‘s even better looking than this one.
@@shaclo1512 I don't believe you
@@bigal7561 you can. We also have full furniture in the cells and real work for the inmates lol
@@shaclo1512 My apologies. I was being tacky and that's not ok. Again, my bad and Happy New Year my friend
The prison in the us are a little better because they have beds and in Norway it’s a full ass hotel
I am in shock because where I stay in the United States the prison is nothing like this especially with the treatment on inmates and conditions with officers. It’s a lot of violence out here and death. The people here seem to have way better treatment and everything else. It’s good to see that somewhere there is actually facilities that do care about the inmates like this and that treat them very decent
Yeah I'm sure the guy getting beat with no bed or personal belongings has it real good
@@nikkicherry6559 for good reason. It creates equality to reduce extortion and violence among inmates. It reduces risk of suicide and self harm. It provides no distraction so inmates can get immersed into rehabilitation and self reflection. And resets the inmates value systems in their lives, and theres the motivation of reward for good behaviour 🙃
@@hirondelle8734 thank you for giving me a better understanding of things because I was confused I appreciate you
They’re all drug charges these aren’t even murders
they eat better then me .. !
It hurts to think what they must feel like months in, liberty shouldn’t be taken for granted
The first days are usually the toughest.
@@ARSENALCOYGUNNERS yea and imagine your back pains too
@@ARSENALCOYGUNNERS first month you meant there body gotta get use to sleeping on that shi which isn’t good either way they might get use to it but it’s bad for there body def
Karma.
It hurts but these folks are not going into prison blind. Most do admit they are full cognizant this is the deserved punishment for their consequences.
I was once in the central prison of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, for two months. The Singapore jail looks like a 5 star hotel in comparison. But the best thing in the Saudi jail was that there were 300 people in my section with whom I had fascinating conversations.
I was wrongly imprisoned (they all say that), but I received a royal pardon and was even invited to Washington to meet the then Secretary of State!
sounds like terrorism
Bull
those two inmates who were showing the incorrect ways for them to exercise were so cool. Bold move and also they told the cameraman to keep recording 😂😂 I wish success for them 😆👏🏻
Haha they were quite funny but still kena scolded
LookUp Prison Fight - Jumped Over a Jumprope
It’s hilarious!! 😂
Gonna be buddies once released!
unless you're a violent inmate, solitary is never a way to rehabilitate the soul..
Ya man easily drive one crazy. Even one year sentence felt like ten
Covid ma. Solitary is so that covid will not spread within prison.
@@deviluv85 think of the bright side. At least you feel you live in ur life. Outside is 1 year like 1 month only
from what they show, its not their first time in prison either, so maybe that has something to do with it
Already say is maximum security prison Liao :( ofc is special case la
The inmate that missed "outside" food -. I feel for him. Food in Singapore is amazing. At last count, 49 Michelin star restaurants for hawker stalls and higher end restaurants in that tiny island nation should give an idea of how wonderful and varied the local cuisine is.
a prison documentary has a jolly music. 2022 was such a different time
Those were the days... Been there done that.. mental torture inside but mind over body.
Although mine was a short sentence like only 3 months plus.. Trust me.. this 3 months plus is like 3 years... our one day is like one week.
With nothing inside.. But now i am doing good after 5 years from my release.. i had a stable income, bought my 3rd car and a nice small house.
Like what they said.. just be a good citizen and you do not worry that one day people will knock at your door.
Must learn to control ur inner peace. It like you live a life longer. Outside 3 months is like 3 weeks. You never good. Going to die soon like that. Not yet enjoy ur body
Not a fan on how this prison runs. However, It sure does better than prisons that are far worse off by tons!
The facility is decently good. But I think it can be even better. (Even a great facility. Can have room for further improvement.)
A cell with neither a bed nor mattress... interesting… If the prison is so concerned about an inmate’s mental health to the point where they play calming music, do they also know that a good nights sleep has been scientifically proven to significantly improve mental health?
Yeah even if they don't want them to kill themselves with the mattress or whatever, maybe directly pad the floor?
EXACTLY!!! It’s terrible. The Singapore prison system thinks they’re being so nice and accomodating. When really they need to get their priorities straight.
im watching this on repeat, please make other documentaries like this again
Wow. this really shows where United States prisons fall short. This looks like a suitable punishment for crimes, but it also looks like a way to change a persons life for the better.
The fact they get put into a maximum security prison for drug consumption is baffling.
The whole sentences are baffling and retarded rules about hooks. Just makes the hard work look stupid
Drug addiction ruins families and sometimes you hurt people under the influence zero tolerance of crime and narcotics is how we got here and how we stay here you nurgle nut
Singapore also issues the death penalty for drug trafficking. They take their drug control very seriously.
repeat offense
you must not be a singaporean lol
Staff : We will ensure the food is warm until the food reach inmate's hand ( truck scene)
Inmate : I wil give it zero out of ten.. The noodles already cold and harderned......
LOL
It's so amazing that they have a mindfulness practice. It can really change lives. Sitting closed eyed in meditation is a good way to pass the time and being equipped to handle mental health is a tool they can take for the rest of their lives, if they choose to accept it of course.
Absolutely!
You mean doing more nothing? I think the entire time in isolation is meditation.
When I was in U.S. federal prison(s) we did yoga and meditation in two of the facilities. It was one of the best things available for us.
Bro what ? That are already doing nothing all day 15 minutes of mediation does nothing
I dare you to meditate 12 hours a day
These people were lucky than the homeless people in the streets..They have daily meals,clean place,medicines,bodyguards 24 hours..compared to the street dwellers with no shelters on rainy days and scorging sun..God Bless Singapore thank you for being humane to these brothers.
Although I agree with the positive comments - the lack of sunlight and the small space would make someone go insane - through boredom, stress and other mental health issues
Even though MediaCorp doesn’t produce world class shows on channel 8 or 5. I’m glad cna is an exceptional. It is world class and it makes me proud of them being a Singapore production. Kudos to the team behind cna. Congratulations with this achievement. This is not your first good production, I have saw many good ones from your channel
Fully agree that CNA did produce many world class standard both short and long documentaries.
+1000 social credit points
Great documentary kudos to CNA i am a big fan of all your stories this one is eye opening showing the vulnerability & challenges of both inmates & prison staff, the govt did a good job on providing all the activities & psychological supports to rehabilitate the inmates hope many countries would emulate this & good that its in 4’parts so more indepth exploring the lives of the inmates & their families struggles, in the end they r all just as human as everyone else they may have been sentenced but they also need love & support of loved ones even though some have tough & thuggish exteriors wish them all well & more positive outcomes from their incarceration, i wish all of them & their families well & God bless
Why is everyone speaking English
@@msain427 English is lingua franca in Singapore. Everything in the government and any formal institution all use English. English is the dominant language spoken at home for over half of households.
“Low sugar” meal for prisoners with diabetes is 60% white rice 😂
These guys who openly said they are gang members are lucky. I remember the case of a guy around 20yrs ago. He had been imprisoned as a gang head in the 60s under the national security laws, with indefinite detention (without trial from memory) and they were still holding him.
@Bojan_V I vaguely recall they lodged a habeous corpus but I doubt it was successful. He must have been 70 +/- at the time
I'd be really intrigued by an experiment where "hard," repeat offender prisoners from the US are brought over for a period of time, monitored closely for the safety of staff and other prisoners, and evaluated for rehabilitation. This just seems like the way to do it.
Just look into the prison system in norway especially halden prison their system works some sill say they treat their inmates to good snd im talking from lo level to murder they use fo have a reoffending rate very similar to Americas which is 60% of American inmates will reoffend in two yrs or less after release where in norway they got those numbers down to 20% their attitude is one day these people can/will be your neighbor so lets give these men/woman the skills/education to be good neighbors etc
Self isolation is the absolute worst part about prison/jail, its legitimate torture. 23 hours alone feels like a week until you're in for a few months and it feels much, much longer than that.
I think it’s not a good idea to experiment on unwilling people ….no matter what the cause is….
It’s all about culture. In their culture they value honor, respect, loyalty among many other noble values. There’s a reason why a lot of countries in the East do not want to be Westernized like the US. There was a time when morals actually meant something to most Americans, but sadly I’m afraid our society has crushed that image. I really feel as though mandatory military terms should be instated in the US. I’ve watched many boys turn into men during my time in the Army. Brotherhood is also a big part of that, which is contrary to how kids these days socialize individually through a screen. We really took the word freedom too far & for granted.
@@mikenew5380 so you’re saying you’re the barometer of morals and ethics?
Sounds really arrogant……
Honestly, SG prison is not tough but....very tough. The toughness is not physical, it psychological.
All prisons are psychological -- and not just physical.
This was so interesting, I have never thought how Singaporean jails are different to other jails in different countries.
am hopeful that this series will change social stigmas and create greater awareness❤️ beyond those bars are humans with hearts hopes and dreams. my best wishes for them. keep on striving💯
Some of these humans don't seem to have the right dreams. Dude with kids yet in the slammer for the 4th time - so he had THREE previous chances to stop his life of crime, but clearly was unable to and unable to even set a good example for his kids. This is what the DPPs would easily be able to say is an incorrigible and repeat offender. Still got the cheek to complain about the food and that "when I do the illegal stuff and the money is good I went to eat restaurant all the time..." And the other guy who is very proud of "we have our means to get" contraband... If they are still thinking of ways to play fast and loose in prison, one can only hope for the best when they are released.
*Excellent and informative documentary and CNA never fails to deliver the best so hopefully next we can have several episodes of the Insights of SG Mental Institution cos am sure many would love to know whats going on inside there and all of it*
Dear CNA, watch out who you gave hearts to. Boba Fett may write sycophantic cringy congratulatory messages in loud bold words to you but elsewhere, he trolls other commenters. He is a cyberbully and carries out harrassment on other commenters. You may want to monitor his inflammatory comments.
*Jealousy is a Sad Commy Dissease all due to Poor Upbringing*
@@bobafett5757 No not jealous. You are CNA top trol
CNA, see for yourself. He is writing trolling and harrassing messages in contravene of TH-cam Community guidelines.
*Stop acting childish and please Go Away cos Jealousy wont take you anywhere and dont beg for cheap attention on my thread so just Go Away*
21:16 21st January? Congratulations on your release, Rusdi!
We try to keep human dignity and yet they sleep on the floor 😂
The fact that they took away Boon’s origami piece is horrible, what do you expect them to do with that, give you a paper cut? They deserve MORE!
Yea true but the officers there stated that any source of material with wording on it or something that represents symbols could be used to communicate with other prisoners and plan things
They don’t deserve more. They’ve hurt and threatened the community. They may seem like good prisoners but they are bad citizens as mentioned in the documentary. But I do hope that they change and become better people
@@Hobo_Elf yeah nah, i understand your perspective on this and appreciate you replying to me really well, its just that i think if the inmates were given more respect they may have a much higher chance of integrating into society successfully. as well as that the idea that an origami swan is a means of communicating to other prisoners through a locked door with holes that only open from the outside by a police officer is ridiculous, if communication is needed im sure yard time provides an excellent chance to spread information or any of the group activities. I just think that they gave them nothing and because of that they will never fully gain the respect and correct attitude towards law enforcement thus allowing the cycle of repeat offending to continue.
@@alexpatterson9446 💯💯💯
I'm sure the guy had good intentions, but there's many instances of prisoners forging weapons out of innocuous items, you could slowly compress layers and water over several days to create a knife, for example.
Great documentary. Keep it up, CNA!
*Wow !!!! This episode has become the most viewed and popular video in this channel so congrats CNA Insider and this episode producer*
That look worse than prison in China, doesn’t even have a bed 😂
This is the best prison documentary I've ever watch.. other prison it's very heartbreaking.. there is no food, clothing, no comfort room and all.
I always wonder about how much is different when the cameras are around, but you can never really hide how dirty a jail is, and I gotta say this is a clean jail.
You got to remember singapore is not a third world country like the countries surrounding it. It has one of the most stable economies in the world. Unlike some countries, singapore can afford to provide a hygienic working prison, and I doubt there is as much police or prison officer corruption like some third world countries because their wages are probably pretty good.
@@gutz323 I think the comparison was more with USA rather than third world country
@@gutz323 singapore is a developed third world country tho. you gotta learn about what a third world country means. being "third world country" doesnt mean not prosperous, singapore is the example,
@@Wickedtingzz No u dont lol, u get fined for littering. Prison system would be overcrowded if that is the case lmao. Go read up on the law first before you say things
@@Benjamin-wy4dj that’s what someone told me once so I guess he was wrong . Oh well
the guy that would've been released on 21st of January 👏🏽👏🏽 it made me so happy when I realized that we are now in February. I wish him lots and lots of luck
Amazing, negara lain harus meniru singapore, aku bangga melihat ini walaupun aku bukan orang Singapore, pantas negara kalian berkembang pesat👍👍👍
For anyone commenting on how pleasant singapore must be because max security is 2-6 ur sentences, keep in mind that Singapore has a *MANDATORY* death penalty for those caught with certain amounts of drugs. That why you aren't seeing a lot of serious criminals... because they're dead
Alot of those people are also there with what seems like minor offences
😔😔
Singapore is a pleasant place because the most dangerous criminals are either dead or imprisoned on another country’s shore
Mandatory? So instead of helping people struggling with drug addictions, they just kill them. Seems harsh for a 1st World Country.
It make sense of what they do. Once hard criminals are removed from society there are really good citizens that just was too agreesive for a short while.
CNA Insider has some of the best local documentaries, which I really appreciate and love
Walao ! Thats one hard walled cell man.... I will go nuts if im inside for a day. I hope all the best to those finishing their sentence, may the good come onto you, and never back inside those walls.
Very good and educating documentary parents should watch with their preteens kids
I admire the prison system of the country. Very respectful and organized. The rehabilitation program is effective. The prison gives the prisoners dignity. There are no gangs and the Wardens do not abuse their power. I hope other countries have the time to view this documentary and copy their system.
"Very respectful and organized" is a description of Singapore overall.
That would require the culture of the people who generally populate other countries’ prisons to be amenable to authority, which is of course statistically unlikely. Really the only thing that’s variable for 95% of countries (US included) is the extent to which those incarcerated populations resent and show their resentment of their respective prison systems.
Singapore is a total anomaly much like Luxembourg or Switzerland. Impossible to apply their state of affairs to that of a major country.
Like the others said, the issue that makes it impossible to implement in the west is completely out of scope. There's little respect for authority in the general culture and completely void in a significant portion of inmates. Not to say they're all awful people, but they can't learn from a higher authority if they don't respect that authority. The west has a family structure problem and it's really showing the past few decades. If there's one reason for the east's rise on the global stage, it's literally because of the deterioration of the family structure in the west. It's sad but true.
What about Norway, Sweden and Finland?
then every country should copy Norways system and not this one. look up Halden prison in Norway there is a lot of documentarys about Halden on TH-cam.
Don't know how they treat them behind cameras but as for now, I really appreciate how they care and treat those prisoners.
Wow, I've never seen any jail as peaceful and organised as this.
31:21 Are we not going to talk about this Officers hair!? 😅
I wonder why does it look like that 💀
Compared to many Western prisons, It seems to be very sparse living, no luxuries. The 48 hour lock-down on weekends are awful. Also very boring. However seems to be much cleaner and safer (for guards and prisoners), more privacy. Your own cell including shower and toilet. More respect between inmates and staff. Food seems to be tastier and more nutritious (except for breakfast). Much greater focus on rehab AND preparing for life after prison. If I had to choose where I served a sentence, I'd take Singapore.
Good to see how humanly treat our prisoners but ensure they get proper discipline .
Yes it's clean
@@tanjoy0205 humane ? serving food from the floor like a dog
@@sdqsdq6274 I mean have to keep an eye on them also if the prison is that bad someone would have complained by now .Singaporeans love complaining
@@tanjoy0205 One of the most robust public transportation systems and they love whining, don’t they?
Even with no beds here in this prison - wow. It’s a step up from what I saw yesterday, the Philippines and the prison in Russia. They really are just a slow way to die. Barely any food, beaten and no place to even lie down most of the time. Such brutal conditions that I cried. This is not luxury but it is humane.
Check out Madagascar prison. It's at least as bad as Philippines.
@@opieutt9038 I’ve already seen that one. It’s ghastly.
Yeah sure it's not one of the worst prison ever but how is this humane?
Singapore is a very wealthy and advanced country. The prison may be better than Russia or Philippines but that’s not saying much. Years of isolation in a max security prison for low level drug offenses is insane. Same goes for the corporal punishment.
@@kittenmimi5326by the looks of it everything is fine if ur so soft as to call caining or straw mat mattresses cruel you haven’t experienced life
A very compelling video. Thank you 🙏 for treating them fairly and justly. Hopefully their journey when their time is completed they will go to the right path. Giving chances to any individuals is humane. Keep safe you all.
Death penalty is pretty just 😂
As a lawyer, I have high respects for this prison system. ❤ I hope Philippines can adopt this. 😊