Casino thief with a stolen $630,000 chip in Genting Highlands remains at large
Stolen Casino Chips Worth RM3 Million Recovered in Malaysia
In a significant development, Malaysian authorities have recovered approximately two-thirds of the stolen RM3 million (about US$708,000) worth of casino chips from the Genting Highlands casino. The theft, involving 44-year-old former junket worker Victor Lee, is still under investigation.
Lee, who is believed to have escaped overseas, is the prime suspect in the case. The theft was discovered on August 2 when a junket room manager lodged a police report. By the time casino security verified the loss and informed law enforcement, Lee had already fled the resort.
Genting Highlands, operated by Resorts World Genting, is one of Southeast Asia's largest casino complexes, attracting millions of visitors annually from Malaysia and abroad. The casino is located 35 miles north of the capital, Kuala Lumpur.
Authorities are investigating whether Lee acted alone, suggesting the possibility of accomplices helping to redeem chips in smaller amounts over time. The investigation is active, with international police cooperation sought, including assistance from Interpol.
As a former casino junket employee, Lee may have had detailed knowledge of chip handling procedures and security protocols. This knowledge could have aided him in the theft, particularly as lower-denomination chips can be harder to track in modern casinos, increasing the potential for theft.
The recovered chips are being treated as evidence in the case, which is being investigated under criminal breach of trust laws. If stolen chips are mixed into legitimate play before being flagged as stolen in the casino's system, they may be redeemable. However, the exact amount of chips exchanged for cash before Lee fled remains unknown.
Datuk Seri Yahaya Othman, the Pahang police chief, made a statement about the ongoing investigations on August 9, 2025. He confirmed that Malaysian police are working closely with border security agencies to trace Victor Lee. Further investigations are ongoing to track down any accomplices who may have helped Lee redeem the stolen chips.
The theft of US$630,000 in chips from Genting Highlands casino is a serious matter, with potential prison sentences from one to 14 years if convicted. The case serves as a reminder of the importance of casino security and the need for vigilance in protecting assets.
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