SINGAPORE — A Malaysian man has been charged in connection with a Cambodia-based scam syndicate responsible for at least S$41 million (US$31.9 million) in losses, authorities said.
Goh Eugene, 24, is alleged to be a member of an organised criminal group operating from Phnom Penh, targeting victims in Singapore through government official impersonation scams. He was arrested by police at Woodlands Checkpoint on Sunday while entering Singapore.
Goh was charged on Dec. 30 with facilitating the offence of cheating in furtherance of the criminal group’s illegal activities. According to his charge sheet, he participated as a scam caller around Sep. 9, 2025, targeting victims from a call centre in Phnom Penh.
Following his charge, Goh was remanded for further investigations. If convicted, he faces up to five years’ imprisonment, a fine of up to S$100,000, or both. His case will return to court on Jan. 6.
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) said the syndicate is believed responsible for 438 reported cases of government impersonation scams, resulting in losses of at least S$41 million. The operation, based in a Phnom Penh compound, was disrupted during a joint operation by SPF and Cambodian National Police on Sep. 9.
Authorities also issued prohibition of disposal orders and seized assets linked to the group. A total of 30 suspected members, including 24 Singaporeans and six Malaysians, remain wanted by the SPF.
