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Thai Military Exposes Fraud at Cambodia's O'Smach Casino

2/2/2026

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The Thai military reported on February 2, 2026, that it uncovered transnational fraud at the O'Smach casino complex in Cambodia during border clashes.
Thai authorities showcased seized items, including 871 SIM cards and counterfeit police insignia.
Lieutenant-General Teeranan Nandhakwang urged global awareness of the complex's criminal use.
Cambodia's interior ministry accused Thailand of using these centers to justify military action and pledged to eliminate the scam industry by April 2026.

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The Thai military reported on February 2, 2026, that it uncovered transnational fraud at the O'Smach casino complex in Cambodia during border clashes.
Thai authorities showcased seized items, including 871 SIM cards and counterfeit police insignia.
Lieutenant-General Teeranan Nandhakwang urged global awareness of the complex's criminal use.
Cambodia's interior ministry accused Thailand of using these centers to justify military action and pledged to eliminate the scam industry by April 2026.