Cambodia Sees Surge in Bank Employee Scams, 3 Victims in One Day
In Takeo Province, Cambodia, a surge in scams impersonating bank employees has been reported, with three victims falling prey in a single day. The provincial police's Cyber Crime Office urges citizens to exercise extreme caution against suspicious phone calls and refrain from sharing personal information or transferring funds.
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