Three men jailed over illegal clubhouse operation in Bukit Timah Good Class Bungalow
Three men were jailed for operating an unauthorised clubhouse at a Bukit Timah Good Class Bungalow, where gambling and entertainment services were provided. The scheme, financed by a Cambodian national now at large, involved falsified leases, undeclared funds, and foreign workers.
- Three men were jailed for operating an unauthorised clubhouse at a Bukit Timah GCB.
- The operation, financed by Cambodian national Wu Guojing, featured gambling facilities and employed numerous staff.
- Property agent Koh Hui Ming faces ongoing proceedings, while Guojing remains at large.
On 26 May 2025, the Singapore courts sentenced three men for their roles in operating an unauthorised clubhouse at a rented Good Class Bungalow (GCB) in Bukit Timah.
Cambodian national Su Wenhui (苏文辉), 44, was jailed for four months. Chinese national Su Zhentan (苏振探), 40, and Singaporean Wu Pengfei (吴朋飞), 35, were sentenced to two months each.
All three pleaded guilty to cheating offences, with additional charges taken into consideration during sentencing.
Foreign financier remains at large
Court proceedings revealed that the men conspired with Malaysian property agent Koh Hui Ming (许慧茗) and Cambodian national Wu Guojing, 33, to operate the illegal clubhouse at Victoria Park Road.
Guojing, identified as the financier and overall manager, fled Singapore in July 2023 and remains at large.
He funded the enterprise, covering rental fees of S$58,000 a month and paying staff salaries. The source of his funds has not been determined.
Roles and payments of the convicted men
Wenhui acted as clubhouse manager, overseeing daily operations and staff. He enjoyed significant financial backing from Guojing, who paid for his living expenses, including S$30,000 monthly rent at a separate Watten Estate property and vehicle purchases.
Zhentan was employed as chef and treasurer, earning 18,000 yuan (around US$2,500) monthly. He tracked expenses and managed regular transfers ranging from S$50,000 to S$100,000 every five to ten days. Despite suspecting illicit origins of the funds, he did not question their source.
Pengfei worked as one of four chauffeurs, ferrying guests to and from the property. He received S$5,500 per month and similarly refrained from inquiring into the financial arrangements.
Additional employees included pool and golf instructors, masseurs, and foreign domestic workers.
Clubhouse facilities and clientele
The Victoria Park Road property was used by Guojing as an exclusive entertainment venue for friends and business associates.
It featured amenities such as a swimming pool, a pool table, and space for gambling. Staff were provided to ensure a seamless experience for guests.
False leasing arrangements
In February 2023, Guojing and Wenhui instructed Koh to secure a property suitable for the clubhouse.
They first rented a unit at Garlick Avenue for S$125,000 per month. By July 2023, Zhentan and Pengfei had joined operations. Seeking lower costs, Guojing later directed Koh to find a cheaper property.
Koh arranged the Victoria Park Road lease through the Victoria Park Trust. To conceal the true purpose, the tenancy was signed under Pengfei’s name, with claims that he would live there with his family.
Koh further misrepresented Pengfei as a food and beverage business owner to reassure agents.
Although one listing agent expressed concerns, Koh secured the lease through another intermediary. She collected S$26,000 in commission, which she later used as a deposit for a condominium in Pasir Ris.
The case against Koh is ongoing.
Undeclared cash at Changi Airport
Authorities first uncovered irregularities when Wenhui was stopped at Changi Airport on 17 August 2023 while travelling to Manila.
He was found carrying undeclared cash totalling S$22,008.55, in breach of the Corruption, Drug Trafficking and Other Serious Crimes (Confiscation of Benefits) Act.
Court documents did not specify how police subsequently linked him to the illegal clubhouse.
Police raid on Victoria Park bungalow
At about 1.20am on 18 May 2024, police raided the GCB at Victoria Park Road.
Nine individuals were present at the time, including Wenhui, Zhentan, Pengfei, and Koh. All were arrested.
The case highlighted ongoing challenges in enforcing zoning laws, which restrict GCBs to residential use.
Additional offences considered in sentencing
Wenhui also admitted to moving more than S$20,000 out of Singapore without declaring it and was charged with working without a valid work pass.
Although he held an employment pass under SG Eastcode, a company linked to Guojing, he did not work for the business.
Zhentan’s work permit with Wingo Ecommerce was similarly misused, with no evidence of actual employment. Both men had additional work pass offences taken into account.
Broader investigation ongoing
Authorities are continuing to investigate Guojing’s whereabouts and financial sources.
The operation, which involved luxury property rentals, significant cash flows, and multiple staff, has raised concerns about the exploitation of Singapore’s high-end real estate for unauthorised commercial purposes.
