Thirteen individuals investigated for allegedly registering SIM cards for cash and gambling credits

stomp.straitstimes.com February 5, 2025, 03:01 PM UTC

Thirteen individuals are under investigation for allegedly registering SIM cards for cash and gambling credits. Three men, aged 29 to 33, were arrested, while another man and nine women are assisting police. The arrests followed an anti-scam operation conducted from January 24 to February 2. The suspects reportedly provided 10 to 30 SIM cards for illegal activities, including scams. Police emphasize the seriousness of these offenses, which can result in fines up to $10,000 and/or three years in prison. They warn against the misuse of SIM cards for criminal purposes.


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