Wang Baosen faces charges related to illegal remote gambling proceeds.
In a significant development in Singapore’s largest money laundering case, Wang Baosen, the third accused, is scheduled to plead guilty on April 16, 2024. Wang faces two charges related to money laundering stemming from illegal remote gambling activities.
Details of the Case
Remand Status: The 32-year-old Chinese national has been in remand since his arrest in August 2023 at a condominium on Tomlinson Road in the Orchard area.
Allegations: One of the charges against Wang involves possession of a black Toyota Alphard Hybrid Elegance, purportedly acquired through criminal conduct.
Seized Assets
Authorities have confiscated assets exceeding S$18 million, which include:
Over S$3.3 million held in four bank accounts.
A property valued at S$14.8 million.
Related Proceedings
Wang’s court appearance follows scheduled guilty pleas from his co-accused:
Su Wenqiang: A 32-year-old Cambodian national facing 11 charges, is set to plead guilty on April 2.
Su Haijin: A 41-year-old Cypriot national and former director of No Signboard Holdings, will plead guilty on April 4, facing charges for evading arrest and money laundering.
In another twist, Vang Shuiming, a 43-year-old Turkish national, has been charged with six additional counts of fraud and forgery, bringing his total to 22 charges.
Background
The case has drawn significant attention as it involves a total of 10 individuals accused in what is considered Singapore’s largest money laundering operation. The developments highlight the ongoing legal proceedings as the country intensifies its crackdown on financial crimes.