A TOTAL of 200 out of 300 casino chips stolen from Genting Highlands—valued at RM2 million—have been recovered following a theft reported on 2 August.
Pahang Police Chief Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman, said the recovery was made after a man voluntarily surrendered the chips at the Bentong District Police Headquarters last Friday.
According to the police, the man, in his 30s, claimed to have purchased the 200 casino chips from the suspect, a known "junket", on the day of the incident.
"The man had extended a RM2 million cash loan to the 44-year-old suspect through two of his employees, with the chips used as collateral," he said.
"The transaction took place via hand delivery at the Genting Grand lobby, without any written agreement. The remaining 100 chips, valued at RM1 million, are still with the suspect," he added, during a press conference at the Pahang Contingent Police Headquarters on Tuesday.
The suspect has since fled the country, and efforts are currently underway to track him down.
"We are working with Interpol to assist in locating the suspect," Yahaya stated, adding that the case is being investigated under Section 408 of the Penal Code for criminal breach of trust.
He further confirmed that a Special Circular List (SPK A) has been issued, meaning the suspect will be arrested should he re-enter Malaysia.
Earlier reports had identified the suspect as Victor Lee, believed to be a former casino employee. He is wanted in connection with the disappearance of chips from a restricted casino room.
CCTV footage from the scene shows the suspect removing 300 casino chips—collectively worth RM3 million—from a gaming table at around 4.58pm. He was seen heading to the car park before hastily leaving the premises. He fled the country later that same day. - August 12, 2025
