Singapore and Malaysia Suspects Targeted in International Scam Operation
Singapore authorities have issued arrest warrants for 27 Singaporeans and seven Malaysians, who are believed to be involved in a large-scale scam ring operating from Cambodia. This development was confirmed by the Singapore Police Force (SPF) on October 30, highlighting the ongoing efforts to bring those responsible for the fraud to justice.
The 34 suspects are currently outside of Singapore, and they are thought to be connected to 15 individuals who were charged last month for their involvement with the syndicate. The SPF emphasized its commitment to pursuing criminals regardless of where they operate, stating:
“The SPF will spare no effort to pursue criminals who base their operations locally or overseas and target Singapore. We will work closely with foreign law enforcement agencies to bring them to justice.”
This operation stems from a joint enforcement action conducted with Cambodian police on September 9. The group, allegedly based in a scam compound in Phnom Penh, targeted Singaporean victims by impersonating government officials. According to investigators, the scam has led to 438 reported cases, with total losses exceeding S$41 million (RM132.7 million).
Following the initial operation, 15 suspects — including 12 Singaporeans, two Malaysians, and one Filipino — were arrested in Singapore and charged on September 11 and 12 for their role in a locally linked organized criminal group.
Further investigations, supported by evidence collected from Cambodia, uncovered an additional 34 suspects. Among the 27 Singaporeans listed are:
- Ng Wei Liang
- Andrew Tay Jing An
- Finan Siow
- Francis Tan Thuan Heng
- Jonathan Pek Ser Siang
- Lam Yong Yan
- Leon Chia Tee Song
- Lim Ee Siong
- Wong Yao Zong
- Clarence Ng Jun Rong
- Dilwin Tay Meng Wei
- Dinesh
- Kiang Wayne
- Lam An Tuyen Daniel
- Lim Jing En Kyan
- Neo Zhi Bin
- Ngiam Siow Jui
- Phua Sheng Kai Audric
- Poh Yang Ting
- Sim Zong Yuan
- Tan Darren
- Tan Kai Siang
- Tan Li Sen
- Wayne Soh You Chen
- Xavier Kho Yong Jun
- Lee Jian Hao Jayen
- Sie Eng Fa Brian
The seven Malaysians identified include:
- Tang Soon Fai
- Kang Liang Yee
- Tang Soon Wah
- Hoe Ming Wei
- Pang Han Ee
- Bernard Goh Yie Shen
- Yip Chee Hoe
The SPF is working with Interpol to issue Red Notices for the suspects, and the investigation is still ongoing. Authorities have urged anyone with information about the suspects' whereabouts to reach out through the SPF hotline at 1800-255-0000 (or +65 6255 0000 for overseas callers) or submit details online at www.police.gov.sg/i-witness. All information provided will be kept confidential.