Cambodia’s Commercial Gambling Management Commission (CGMC) has revoked the licence of Casino Kchom in Kampot province following an investigation that linked the property to online scam operations and other criminal activity.

The casino, operated by Zhou Cheng KP Hotel Co Ltd in Kampong Trach district, had been under licence suspension for more than four months before the regulator formally revoked its authorisation.

According to the CGMC, the decision followed an investigation that found evidence the casino premises had been used to facilitate online investment scams and related offences.

Authorities launched the probe last year after reports that fraudulent investment schemes were being operated from the property. Investigators subsequently alleged that the site was also used for illegal recruitment through deception and forced labour connected to online scam operations.

The Court of First Instance has indicted the property owner and alleged accomplices on charges including illegal recruitment for exploitation, aggravated fraud as part of an organised group and money laundering. The court is continuing its investigation into other individuals connected with the operation.

The CGMC said it would continue working with law enforcement agencies to carry out inspections of Cambodia’s commercial gambling sector and warned casino operators that any involvement in online scams or other illegal activities would result in strict legal action.

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