Background
The Phnom Penh Unified Command carried out an on-site inspection of Sky31 condominium on 5 June 2026 and identified two separate rooms operating illegal online gambling services at 16:50 local time.
Authorities detained eight suspected online gambling agents—three Chinese nationals, four Cambodian nationals, and one Vietnamese national—and brought them to Tuol Kouk district police station for questioning. During the operation, police seized multiple mobile phones, laptops and tablets that were presented as evidence related to online betting activity.
Scope of Application
The inspection targeted Sky31 condominium, located at Lot 155, Street 287 (corner of Street 528), Group 49, Village 13, Sangkat Boeng Kak I, Tuol Kouk Khan, Phnom Penh. The two rooms identified in the operation were Room 810 on the 8th floor and Room 1903 on the 19th floor.
Key Provisions or Decisions
Law enforcement actions documented in the operation included on-site inspection of residential units, identification of persons allegedly operating online gambling services, temporary detention for questioning, and seizure of electronic devices considered relevant to betting activity. Seized items reported by authorities comprised a mix of personal and operational equipment, including multiple iPhone devices, other mobile phones, laptops (Lenovo and Acer), and several tablets used to receive bets.
The police report named eight suspects by full name, age, nationality and declared role as online gambling agents, and stated that those suspects remain in provisional custody at Tuol Kouk district police station pending further procedures.
Implications for Investors, Businesses, or Compliance
Property managers and residential building operators should note that on-site law enforcement inspections can address illicit commercial activity conducted from private units, including internet-based gambling. Businesses and service operators must ensure premises and hosted services do not facilitate unlawful online betting, and should maintain documentation of tenant activities and compliance measures to manage legal and reputational risks.
Official Source
Primary source: National Police of Cambodia Facebook post and linked police report: https://www.facebook.com/cambodiapolice/posts/pfbid02xUfyMuuNmor9NeBVP4gdDWQBp567ZebXcmzrdU4kE8Edh6LSRkc12dJhHvEDLzJil and https://police.gov.kh/?p=164734
