Law enforcement officials in Johor, Malaysia apprehended ten citizens suspected of engaging in illicit soccer wagering. The individuals, ranging in age from 22 to 43, are thought to be bookmakers overseeing a substantial operation. Authorities estimate that over RM 1 million ($223,214 USD) in wagers were placed through their network.
“Officers confiscated RM9,730 in cash, ten mobile phones of various makes, along with corresponding SIM cards, and a notebook believed to contain records of bets made on FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 matches,” stated Johor Police Chief Datuk Kamarul Zaman Mamat.
The accused will remain in detention for 48 to 96 hours while the investigation proceeds. They are under scrutiny for potential violations of the Betting Act of 1953, which carries severe consequences – a guilty verdict could result in penalties of up to RM200,000 and a maximum of five years imprisonment.
The apprehensions were the result of police intelligence gathering and public tip-offs, according to Mamat, who urged anyone possessing information regarding unlawful gambling to contact authorities.
This occurrence follows another notable gambling setback connected to the World Cup. An Australian bettor reportedly lost A$160,000 (US$106,000) wagering on Argentina to triumph over Saudi Arabia. The South American footballing giant was unexpectedly defeated by the underdog team on Tuesday in a stunning 2-1 upset.
An Australian whale just dropped a hefty sum – a cool $160,000 AUD, to be exact – on a solitary athletic contest. This mysterious bettor is playing for high stakes with bookmaker TAB, leaving everyone curious if they’ll be swimming in winnings or waving farewell to their fortune.
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