Malaysian and Singapore police are tracking a Cambodia-based cybercrime syndicate responsible for over RM130 million in losses.
KUALA LUMPUR: The Royal Malaysia Police is collaborating with the Singapore Police Force to locate a cybercrime syndicate operating from Cambodia.
Bukit Aman Criminal Investigation Department director Datuk M Kumar confirmed they received intelligence from Singapore regarding 27 Singaporeans and seven Malaysians involved in the criminal network.
This syndicate has allegedly caused financial losses reaching approximately RM130 million through its illegal activities.
PDRM has initiated operations to track and detain all individuals connected to this criminal organisation.
The seven Malaysian suspects have now been officially listed on the wanted list for arrest and further investigation.
Kumar emphasised PDRM’s ongoing dedication to enhancing international cooperation against cross-border crimes.
He stated that such criminal activities pose significant threats to both national security and public order.
Singaporean authorities previously reported that the syndicate used government official impersonation tactics in their scams.
This criminal group is suspected of involvement in more than 400 fraud cases across the region.
Their fraudulent activities have resulted in total losses exceeding S$41 million according to Singapore police estimates.
A joint enforcement operation with Cambodian National Police on September 9 resulted in 15 suspect arrests.
Two Malaysian nationals were among those apprehended during the September operation in Singapore.
Authorities have since identified 34 additional suspects who remain at large following the initial arrests. – Bernama
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