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26 Arrested in Major Cambodia-South Korea Scam Crackdown

1/12/2026

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A joint Cambodia–South Korea task force arrested 26 suspects linked to online scams and sex crimes against South Koreans.
The suspects allegedly extorted about 26.7 billion won from 165 victims by impersonating police or financial officials.
They coerced women into creating sexual content for distribution.
The arrests were made with support from South Korea's intelligence agency.
The suspects will be extradited to South Korea for prosecution.

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A joint Cambodia–South Korea task force arrested 26 suspects linked to online scams and sex crimes against South Koreans.
The suspects allegedly extorted about 26.7 billion won from 165 victims by impersonating police or financial officials.
They coerced women into creating sexual content for distribution.
The arrests were made with support from South Korea's intelligence agency.
The suspects will be extradited to South Korea for prosecution.