Indonesian manager embezzled $3.1M for online gambling, faked robbery

Police in Dairi Regency allege that a company manager identified by the initials WG embezzled over $3.1 million from his employer to support online gambling. According to officials, senior management had entrusted WG with IRP 297 million in company funds.

To conceal the theft, the manager reportedly fabricated a violent robbery report. Authorities are investigating the case, which highlights ongoing issues of gambling-related financial crimes in Indonesia.