Phnom Penh Police Arrest 58 Foreigners in Major Anti-Scam Operation
On May 9, 2026, Phnom Penh authorities raided two locations, arresting 58 foreign nationals involved in online scam operations. This crackdown reflects Cambodia's commitment to enforcing its new anti-technology-enabled scam law.
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