Background
The Department of Criminal Police within the National Police of Cambodia leads investigations into alleged serious thefts. When investigators recover alleged stolen property and identify a suspect, police prepare and forward a case file to the municipal prosecutor’s office for charging decisions.
Criminal investigation units in Phnom Penh conduct on‑scene inquiries, evidence recovery, and identity verification as part of the procedural steps that support prosecution. These units operate under directives from senior police leadership and coordinate with municipal prosecutorial authorities to advance cases through the justice system.
Key Developments
On 26 May 2026, a 66‑year‑old male victim reported the theft of an iPhone 14 Pro Max at Koh Norea in Chbar Ampov district, Phnom Penh. Investigators identified a suspect and, on 27 May 2026, detained a 26‑year‑old Cambodian male and recovered the device.
Institutional Role
The National Police’s criminal investigation department handled identification and evidence recovery in this matter, then compiled investigative materials for prosecutorial review. Leadership within the department directed the investigative team to follow established procedural steps to document the alleged offense and recovered property.
Enforcement Actions
Law enforcement arrested the named suspect and seized one iPhone 14 Pro Max as evidence. Investigators constructed a case file and submitted it to the Phnom Penh municipal prosecutor’s office for potential charging and further legal action.
Source
Official reporting by the National Police of Cambodia: https://police.gov.kh/?p=163158
