Sihanoukville Authorities Crack Down on Online Scam Operations, Arrest 29, Seize $50,000
A large-scale operation targeting online scams in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, has led to the crackdown on two locations. Authorities arrested 29 suspects, including 4 women, and seized significant evidence, including $50,000 in cash.
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