8 arrested over video promoting online gambling, police looking for mastermind

 

Eight individuals were arrested on suspicion of being involved in the filming of a video promoting online gambling, which has gone viral on social media.

Deputy Inspector-General of Police Acryl Sani Abdullah Sani said those arrested included actors, artist agents, videographers, camera crew, a producer, and a director.

“All of them admitted receiving payment for the making of the video which was held at two locations, in Ampang and Hulu Langat, Selangor, on March 13.

"We are continuing with efforts to track down the mastermind behind the making of the video," he said in a statement today.

Acryl Sani said those arrested would be remanded for investigation under Section 504 of the Penal Code, Section 233 of the Communications and Multimedia Act 1998, and Section 4 (1) (G) of the Common Gaming Houses Act 1953.

He said the police so far received 38 reports on the video.

Acryl Sani advised the public not to speculate on the matter as an investigation was still ongoing and those with information should go to the police.

Meanwhile, another video promoting online gambling went viral on social media today and he said the police were aware of it.

"So far, there has been no report, but I have ordered a police report to be made,” he added.

- Bernama

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