Thursday, 11 Jun, 2026
Evening near the city centre of Siem Reap in Cambodia.

Two Nigerian Gangs Clash in Cambodia in Violent Territorial Dispute

Cambodia – A dramatic video has emerged showing two groups of Nigerian nationals engaged in a violent confrontation on the streets of Cambodia, allegedly fighting over territorial control of illicit operations.

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The footage, which has begun circulating widely on social media, captures the two factions shouting, shoving, and exchanging blows in what appears to be a public area. Bystanders can be seen keeping their distance as the melee escalates, with some individuals attempting to intervene or flee the scene.

While the exact location and date of the incident remain unconfirmed, sources familiar with expatriate communities in Cambodia suggest the clash is linked to ongoing rivalries over control of cyber scam compounds, drug sales, or other underground activities. Nigerian nationals have been implicated in various criminal enterprises across Southeast Asia, including online fraud and romance scams, often operating out of bases in Cambodia and Myanmar.


Local authorities have not yet issued a statement regarding the video or whether any arrests have been made. The Cambodian government has faced persistent criticism over its handling of transnational criminal networks operating within its borders, particularly those involving foreign nationals.

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As the video continues to gain attention online, observers are calling on Cambodian law enforcement to investigate the incident and take action against any individuals found to be engaging in violent criminal activity on Cambodian soil.