What bail was set for the two accused in the chip theft case?

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Bail Set at RM8,000 Each for Two Accused in RM4.6 Million Chip Theft Case

Two men accused of breaking into a casino room and stealing casino chips valued at RM4.6 million were each granted bail amounting to RM8,000 with one surety. The bail was set by Magistrate Nadhratun Naiem Zainan for Koay Boan Seng, 32, and Hoo Chee Chuan, 38.
Charged with Housebreaking and Theft

Koay Boan Seng and Hoo Chee Chuan, along with two other individuals still at large, face charges related to housebreaking and theft. The incident involved the alleged theft of 1,160 casino chips, with a total value of RM4,607,800, from the Twilight 3 room at Sky Casino Genting Highlands. This occurred on October 28.
Penal Code Provisions Cited

The charges were brought under Section 457 of the Penal Code, read in conjunction with Section 34 of the same act. This section addresses offences of breaking into a building or dwelling house, with provisions for imprisonment of up to five years. If the offence includes theft, the jail term can be extended to a maximum of 14 years, with penalties for repeat offences including fines or whipping.
Bail Amount Determined by Magistrate

In considering the bail application, defence counsel highlighted that Koay Boan Seng is a contract worker earning RM1,800 monthly, and Hoo Chee Chuan works as a farm worker with a monthly income of RM2,000. Following submissions, Magistrate Nadhratun Naiem Zainan allowed bail at RM8,000 for each accused, requiring one surety. The court has scheduled January 10 of the following year for the next mention of the case.

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