The Shocking Tale of a 45‑Year‑Old and a 15‑Year‑Old
Three days of mis‑adventure — a 45‑year‑old business director, who later became an Uber driver, paid a sealed $1,600 “allowance” to a 15‑year‑old girl, and they got together in some of the most private spots in Singapore: a hotel pool, a multi‑storey carpark, and a car. The outcome? 24 months in jail.
From CEO to Scooter‑driver
- Before the scandal: Chen Liyuan earned over $10,000 monthly.
- After the exposure: He lost his corporate job, divorced his wife, and now tracks around the city as an Uber chauffeur.
- He also faces $37,000 in credit‑card debt and has a 7‑year‑old son from his previous marriage.
How the 15‑Year‑Old Fit Into The Picture
- November 2016: Chen met the girl on “Seeking Arrangement,” a website that connects “sugar‑babies” and “sugar‑daddies.”
- After exchanging WhatsApp contact info, they agreed on a $1,600 “allowance” for companionship.
- By the end of December, the meetings were no longer discreet chats:
- December 15: Capella Hotel, Sentosa – 7:30 pm. Poolside oral sex.
- Same night: Nex Shopping Centre and a brief stop on Bishan Road (near a bus stop), where the girl repeated the act.
- December 18: HDB void deck, Hougang – she collected the allowance, then they had sex in Chen’s car parked in a multi‑storey carpark.
What the Court Found
The magistrate charged Chen with five counts of sexual acts with a minor and convicted him on three of those charges. The two remaining incidents were taken into account during sentencing.
Mitigation and Sentencing
- Chen’s lawyer highlighted his financial strain (over $37,000 in debt) and his role as a father of a young child.
- He admitted guilt, expressed remorse, and cited his depression after losing his job and marriage.
- Result: A 24‑month jail sentence.
As the story goes, a man once big in finance became a lofty Uber driver, his title shifting from “director” to “driver.” The legal system didn’t let his lifestyle changes count as a bail for his misdeeds. The final verdict will hopefully send a message: age and wealth do not absolve responsibility.
