In one case, a 19-year-old tried unsuccessfully to recruit people to help carry out his violent plans - but they did not alert the authorities.
Since 2015, a total of 11 Singaporeans aged 20 or below have been self-radicalised online and picked up under the ISA.Two of the youths, for instance, were brought to the attention of authorities by people who concerned about their pro-Islamic State social media posts.
“ISD will continue to work with partners to intensify counter-radicalisation outreach efforts to the community, including to schools and youths, to educate them on the dangers of online radicalisation. ISD said it takes every report, including those made through its Counter Terrorism Centre hotline, seriously.
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