24yo Malaysian man charged in Singapore over alleged role in Cambodia-based scam syndicate
A 24-year-old Malaysian man has been charged in Singapore for allegedly facilitating scams linked to a Cambodia-based syndicate behind at least S$41 million in losses, with police saying dozens of suspected members remain at large.
- A 24-year-old Malaysian man has been charged in Singapore over alleged links to a Cambodia-based scam syndicate.
- The group is believed to be responsible for at least 438 government official impersonation scams causing losses of S$41 million.
- Authorities say 30 suspected members of the syndicate remain wanted.
SINGAPORE: A 24-year-old Malaysian man has been charged in a Singapore court over his alleged involvement with a Cambodia-based scam syndicate believed to be responsible for at least S$41 million in losses.
The man, Goh Eugene, was charged on 30 December 2025 with one count of facilitating the offence of cheating in furtherance of the illegal purpose of an organised criminal group.
According to court documents, Goh is alleged to be a member of a criminal group based in Phnom Penh that carried out government official impersonation scams targeting victims in Singapore.
Goh was arrested on 28 December while entering Singapore at Woodlands Checkpoint, following investigations by the Singapore Police Force (SPF).
According to his charge sheet, Goh allegedly acted as a scam caller operating from a call centre in Phnom Penh on or around 9 September 2025.
The charge states that he targeted and cheated victims in Singapore as part of the syndicate’s operations, which involved impersonating government officials to defraud individuals.
After being charged, Goh was remanded to assist with ongoing investigations. His case is scheduled to return to court on 6 January 2026.
If convicted, Goh may face a jail term of up to five years, a fine of up to S$100,000, or both, under Singapore law.
In a news release issued on Monday, the SPF said the syndicate Goh is allegedly linked to is believed to be responsible for at least 438 reported scam cases.
These cases involved government official impersonation scams and resulted in losses amounting to at least S$41 million, according to police estimates.
The SPF said the syndicate operated from a compound in Phnom Penh and was disrupted during a joint operation with the Cambodian National Police on 9 September this year.
The operation was part of broader cross-border efforts to dismantle organised scam networks targeting victims in Singapore.
As part of the investigations, the SPF had earlier issued prohibition of disposal orders and seized assets believed to be linked to the criminal group.
Police said these measures were taken to prevent the dissipation of suspected criminal proceeds while investigations continue.
Despite the disruption of the syndicate’s operations, the SPF said a total of 30 suspected members of the group remain wanted.
These include 24 Singaporeans and six Malaysians who are believed to have been involved in various aspects of the scam operations.
The 24 Singaporeans wanted by the SPF are Ng Wei Liang, Andrew Tay Jing An, Finan Siow, Francis Tan Thuan Heng, Jonathan Pek Ser Siang, Lam Yong Yan, Leon Chia Tee Song, Lim Ee Siong and Wong Yao Zong.
Also on the wanted list are Clarence Ng Jun Rong, Dilwin Tay Meng Wei, Dinesh, Kiang Wayne, Lam An Tuyen Daniel, Lim Jing En Kyan, Neo Zhi Bin and Ngiam Siow Jui.
The remaining Singaporean suspects are Phua Sheng Kai Audric, Poh Yang Ting, Sim Zong Yuan, Tan Darren, Tan Kai Siang, Tan Li Sen and Xavier Kho Yong Jun.
The six Malaysians wanted by the SPF are Tang Soon Fai, Kang Liang Yee, Tang Soon Wah, Hoe Ming Wei, Pang Han Ee and Yip Chee Hoe.
The syndicate was allegedly run by Ng Wei Liang, according to police statements.
Ng is believed to have recruited several close associates, including his older brother, cousin and girlfriend, to assist in running the operations.
Police said enforcement actions against the syndicate have resulted in several arrests and deportations over recent months.
So far, two Singaporeans have been deported from Cambodia and Thailand and charged in Singapore on 17 November 2025.
Another Malaysian man was arrested by Cambodian police in Phnom Penh before being deported to Malaysia.
He was subsequently handed over to Singapore authorities on 17 November 2025 and charged a day later, on 18 November 2025.
Earlier, police have appealed to members of the public who may have information on the whereabouts of these individuals to come forward.
Anyone with relevant information can call the police hotline at 1800-255-0000, or +65 6255 0000 for overseas callers.
Information can also be submitted online through police channels.
“All information received will be kept strictly confidential,” the police said.
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