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Vietnamese authorities have dismantled two large-scale illegal betting rings tied to World Cup 2026, arresting 85 suspects and seizing operations worth US$133 million. The crackdown reflects intensified enforcement against illegal gambling during major sporting events.
Malaysian police have arrested 34 individuals following a dawn raid on an illegal betting call centre operating from a commercial venue in Kuala Lumpur's Taman Wahyu area, dismantling what authorities describe as an unlicensed entertainment establishment.
A Penang magistrate's court has rejected a police remand application for four suspects, including a woman, who were detained over illicit World Cup football betting activities, marking a setback in the investigation.
Penang police have arrested 28 individuals and closed two illegal football betting call centres in a coordinated operation targeting illicit gambling activities during the FIFA World Cup 2026 period.
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Authorities in Mukah have arrested four individuals suspected of organising illegal cockfighting operations. The enforcement action resulted in the seizure of roosters and gambling-related materials.
Penang police have arrested 12 men and confiscated nearly RM9,000 during a statewide crackdown on illegal online betting operations coinciding with the FIFA World Cup tournament.
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Malaysian police have arrested 58 individuals across the country in a coordinated operation against illegal World Cup betting rings. The nationwide crackdown reflects heightened enforcement efforts during the tournament season.