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Police bust illegal gambling operation in Kuala Lumpur hotel penthouse
Authorities in Kuala Lumpur have arrested 16 foreign nationals following a raid on a hotel penthouse on Jalan Ampang suspected of operating an unlicensed gambling den. Police seized gaming equipment and cash during the operation.
LSN Malaysia ·
KUALA LUMPUR — Police conducted a raid on a hotel penthouse located on Jalan Ampang on October 31, apprehending 16 foreign nationals allegedly involved in running an illegal gambling operation. Officers discovered gaming equipment and undisclosed amounts of cash during the enforcement action.
The penthouse, which operated as a so-called "mini casino," was concealed within the hotel premises, allowing operators to evade detection from authorities. The scale of the suspected illegal gaming enterprise remains under investigation.
The detained individuals are being questioned by police to determine their respective roles in the operation and establish the network's financial reach. Authorities have launched a comprehensive investigation to identify local accomplices and determine how long the illegal gambling den had been operating.
The raid is part of ongoing efforts by Malaysian law enforcement to crack down on illegal gambling activities in the Klang Valley region. Police have urged the public to report suspected illegal gaming operations to relevant authorities.