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World Cup Kicks Off, Igniting Frenzy; Southern Police Bust Billion-Dollar Betting Ring, Arrest 8

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Published Jul 2, 2026 12:25 PM ・ Updated Jul 2, 2026 11:01 PM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: CNA (Central News Agency)

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2026 World Cup Key News Central News Agency (CNA reporter Chang Rong-hsiang Tainan July 2) The World Cup has kicked off, and the Tainan City Police Department's Fourth Precinct yesterday busted an u

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(CNA reporter Chang Rong-hsiang Tainan July 2) The World Cup has kicked off, and the Tainan City Police Department's Fourth Precinct yesterday busted an underground sports betting ring in a residential building in Anping District, arresting 8 people. Preliminary police investigations indicate the betting ring's recorded transactions amount to nearly NT$10 billion, with investigations ongoing into accomplices and fund flows.

The Fourth Precinct of the City Police Department told CNA today that police yesterday busted an underground sports betting ring in a residential building in Anping District, arresting the main suspect, a 41-year-old man surnamed Lin, and 7 others. Computer equipment, mobile phones, account books, and cash were also seized.

Preliminary police checks reveal that the betting ring utilized the World Cup period to offer online betting services, with cumulative recorded betting transactions nearing NT$10 billion. Following interrogation, they will be transferred to the Tainan District Prosecutors Office for investigation on charges including gambling. (Editor: Li Heng-shan) 1150702

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2026 World Cup Key News Central News Agency (CNA reporter Chang Rong-hsiang Tainan July 2) The World Cup has kicked off, and the Tainan City Police Department's Fourth Precinct yesterday busted an underground sports betting ring in a residential building in Anping District, arresting 8 people. Preliminary police investigations indicate the betting ring's rec

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