According to Singapore police, the syndicate targeted Singapore victims in government official impersonation scams and are believed to be responsible for at least 438 cases involving losses of at least S$41 million (US$31.5 million).
The 34 suspects were identified after the Singapore Police Force conducted a joint operation with the Cambodian National Police on Sep 9, against a group believed to be operating from a scam compound in Phnom Penh, Cambodia.
Following the enforcement operation in Cambodia, 15 suspects – 12 Singaporeans, two Malaysians and one Philippine national – were arrested in Singapore.
They were charged on Sep 11 and Sep 12 for being members of a locally linked organised criminal group.
“PDRM reaffirms its continuous commitment to strengthening international cooperation networks to combat cross-border crime, which could threaten security and public order,” said M Kumar, referring to the Royal Malaysia Police.
Source: CNA
