South Korean 'Romance Scam' Ring Busted in Vietnam
South Korean police have busted a romance scam ring operating in Vietnam, suspected of defrauding approximately 2.6 billion won through fake online dating profiles on social media. This incident highlights a growing trend of Vietnam being used as a base for international criminal activities.
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