Although there was no immediate information available about Mr Han Xin Hui's case, the ministry had made clear in Parliament last month that it would act firmly against rogue agents who duped foreign workers.
Acting Minister for Manpower Gan Kim Yong had said that his ministry will revoke the licence of employment firms involved in such scams. Their security deposit of up to $20,000 could also be forfeited.
Agencies without a licence will be charged and face fines up to $5,000, he said. Repeat offenders can be fined up to $10,000 and jailed up to six months.
Mr Gan made the comments in Parliament last month while responding to questions by Nominated MP Eunice Olsen. She asked what was being done to prevent rogue agents from duping foreign workers and what was being done to help such workers.
Mr Gan said that if scam victims unknowingly overstay or work illegally, they will not be prosecuted.
Instead, they will be issued special passes and allowed to work under MOM's Temporary Job Scheme.
Those who participate in the scheme are provided housing by their employers and can save money for their passage home.
Mr Gan said that the workers may be able to continue to work here under a regular work permit.
Investigations are also done quickly, with the ministry completing nine in 10 cases within three months.
MELISSA SIM