Macau crime group's associate linked to Taiwan gambling bust

Taiwanese police have busted an illegal online gambling ring in Tainan, arresting more than a dozen people and seizing computer equipment and account books. The operation, however, led to an unexpected discovery connecting it to a prominent Macau casino intermediary.

During the investigation, authorities identified Su Ying-bing, a director at Macau's De Jin Group, as one of the main suspects. De Jin Group, once a significant player in Macau's casino VIP room sector, was known for providing high-stakes credit and financial settlements to gamblers. Its chairman, Chen Rong-lian, is the husband of Taiwanese actress Ann Hsu and is estimated to be worth billions.

Chen Rong-lian himself is currently serving a 14-year prison sentence in Macau after being convicted of illegal gambling, money laundering, and operating a criminal syndicate. His conviction led to the collapse of his vast business empire. Police are now working to determine Su Ying-bing's current role within the De Jin Group and his specific activities in Taiwan, as well as clarifying the division of labor within the organization.

Authorities are continuing their investigation, cross-referencing seized evidence to ascertain if local gangs provided assistance or cover for the operation. The arrested individuals were initially held in a detention center overnight before further questioning.