Laos Arrests Over 1,000 in Nationwide Crackdown on Online Fraud and Illegal Gambling
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Laos launched a nationwide operation in July targeting cross-border crimes, resulting in the arrest of over 1,000 suspects involved in online fraud, illegal gambling, and telecom fraud. The largest raid in Vientiane led to the arrest of 589 people and the seizure of over 10,000 electronic devices. Suspects were from various countries including Laos, Thailand, and China. The Lao Ministry of Public Security and the Chinese Chamber of Commerce in Laos issued notices prohibiting assistance to online fraud and illegal gambling groups, with violators facing severe legal consequences.
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