Police scored against illegal gambling in Euro Cup

By MOHD FARHAAN SHAH

JOHOR BARU: State police scored a major goal against illegal gambling, arresting 70 bookies and seizing over RM44mil in bets throughout the recently concluded UEFA European Championship 2020 tournament.

State police chief Comm Datuk Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay said 54 raids were carried out under Ops Soga VIII between June 12 and July 12 in several locations around Johor.

Save 30% OFF The Star Digital Access

Monthly Plan

RM 13.90/month

RM 9.73/month

Billed as RM 9.73 for the 1st month, RM 13.90 thereafter.

Best Value

Annual Plan

RM 12.33/month

RM 8.63/month

Billed as RM 103.60 for the 1st year, RM 148 thereafter.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
 Illegal gambling , UEFA European Championship 2020 , Ayob Khan Mydin Pitchay , Johor , police

Next In Nation
Online gambling syndicate for foreigners busted in KL
Two men detained over fatal shooting in Nibong Tebal
MH370 search records 7,236 sq km with no significant findings so far
Judiciary sets up dedicated High Court for corruption cases
Thai police seeking Malaysia’s cooperation in hunt for suspected drug dealer
Boy dies choking on rambutan seed
Female cop and brother remanded over alleged RM30,000 bribery
IJM Corporation denies scrutiny from UK fraud office
Early voter turnout of 93% for Kinabatangan, Lamag by-elections, says EC
Defence Ministry announces four senior Armed Forces appointments

Trending in News

Others Also Read

Load more

Copyright © 1995- Star Media Group Berhad [197101000523 (10894-D)]

Best viewed on Chrome browsers.