The Commercial Gambling Management Commission of Cambodia revoked the casino licence for a business named KMH Paradise Tower Casino and Hotel in Ou Chrov commune, Poipet city, Banteay Meanchey province. According to the commission’s notice, authorities found alleged online scam activity, torture and illegal weapons possession at the site on May 7. Seven suspects were detained and numerous phones and computers seized.
The Cambodian government has made combating online scams a high priority, citing their direct implications for social security, public safety and the country’s international reputation.
The commission said the casino licence revocation was based on investigations and examinations of electronic devices by the anti-cybercrime and anti-commercial-gambling-crime departments, and on its decision dated May 22, 2026.
By: ង៉ែត ពិសាន្ត
