Sihanoukville

Public affairs, community news and developments in Preah Sihanouk.

Five Chinese suspects detained and one person rescued in Preah Sihanouk firearms operation

Police said five Chinese suspects were detained and one person rescued after an armed-threat report in Preah Sihanouk at about 9 p.m. on May 21, 2026. Two handguns and two cars were seized. Those involved and the seized items were taken to provincial police headquarters for further legal procedures.

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Preah Sihanouk police receive donated body-worn cameras

Body-worn cameras donated by Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior Sar Sokha were reportedly handed to Preah Sihanouk police on May 21, 2026, for frontline officers’ duties.

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Preah Sihanouk plans August international press conference on online-scam crackdown

A May 20 meeting reviewed casino and residential inspections. Sealed sites, scam-linked locations, deportations and voluntary departures have distinct statistical scopes.

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Preah Sihanouk hosts training on cooperation in cybercrime and trafficking cases

The May 19–21 programme brought Cambodia and international partners together on digital forensics, cross-border investigations, mutual legal assistance and trafficking victim protection.

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Preah Sihanouk approves two factory proposals in Stung Hav

Governor Mang Sineth chaired a May 19 meeting approving two factory proposals in Otres commune, with instructions to improve environmental protection, wastewater treatment and supporting infrastructure.

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Preah Sihanouk Advances Proposed US$12 Million Parking Project near Phsar Leu Market

A May 18 meeting discussed land use and tender preparations for a proposed PPP parking project near Phsar Leu Market. The 12-storey proposal was estimated at US$12 million; parking charges and procurement dates remained preliminary.

2026-05-18KPS99TV

Preah Sihanouk Waterway Traffic Police Inspect Commercial Vessels for Island Visitor Safety

Preah Sihanouk waterway traffic police checked commercial vessels’ technical condition and emergency rescue equipment on the morning of May 16, 2026, and reminded owners and drivers to prioritize passenger safety.

2026-05-16KPS99TV

Four arrested in Sihanoukville kidnapping case involving alleged impersonation of Chinese police

Contemporaneous reports said a 31-year-old Chinese man was abused in a May 7–9 kidnapping and suspects allegedly posed as Chinese police and extorted US$50,000. Four suspects were arrested; the case remained subject to legal proceedings.

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Preah Sihanouk police screen heavy-vehicle drivers for alcohol and drugs

The report said traffic and anti-drug police screened heavy-vehicle drivers on May 15 at kilometre markers 220–221 on National Road 4 in Sangkat 1, Sihanoukville. No testing totals or results were reported.

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Preah Sihanouk Establishes Marine Aquaculture Skills Centre to Support Coastal Incomes

Preah Sihanouk’s agriculture department has established a pilot marine aquaculture extension centre. Governor Mang Sineth inspected its progress on May 14, 2026; its goals include sharing techniques, improving farming efficiency and increasing coastal community incomes.

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