Singapore: Jail for tycoon Peter Lim’s former son-in-law for offences linked to illegal gambling activities


Kho Bin Kai was sentenced to two years and 10 months’ jail and a fine of $40,000.- PHOTO: ST FILE

SINGAPORE, May 9 (The Straits Times/ANN): Billionaire Peter Lim’s former son-in-law, Kho Bin Kai, will be spending time behind bars after he pleaded guilty to multiple offences including those involving a syndicate linked to illegal gambling activities.

Kho, 32, was sentenced to two years and 10 months’ jail and a fine of $40,000 on Tuesday. He had earlier pleaded guilty to three charges under the Remote Gambling Act and two counts of dealing with the benefits of criminal conduct.

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