Seventh Suspect Detained In Cambodia-Based Scam Syndicate Case

Operation And Impact

The criminal organization operated out of Phnom Penh, where it orchestrated numerous fraudulent schemes. These activities primarily involved impersonating government officials to deceive victims, leading to at least 528 reported cases. The total financial damage caused by these scams is estimated to be around $53 million. A joint effort between regional authorities led to a major raid on September 9, 2025, which disrupted the syndicate’s base of operations.

Details Of The Arrest

Lam Yong Yan, aged 27, is the seventh person detained in relation to this network. He was initially held in Vietnam for immigration violations before being deported and apprehended upon his return to Singapore on November 6. He faces charges for facilitating a serious crime on behalf of an organized criminal group. If convicted, he could be sentenced to up to five years in prison, a fine of $100,000, or both.

Syndicate Structure And Suspects

The network was allegedly established in 2024 by Ng Wei Liang, who remains a fugitive. The leadership consisted of two brothers and their cousin, two of whom were already charged in October 2025. Investigations revealed that Lam had previously served as a director for a company formerly managed by Ng. Currently, 29 suspects are still being sought by authorities, including 23 Singaporeans and six Malaysians.

International Cooperation

The apprehension of the suspect was made possible through close collaboration with the Ministry of Public Security in Vietnam. Officials emphasized that crossing international borders would not protect criminals from legal accountability. Law enforcement continues to seek information from the public to locate the remaining fugitives involved in the operation.