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South Korea Cracks Down on Cambodian Crime Scams

2/4/2026

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On February 3, 2026, South Korean official Lee said Chinese organized crime groups in Cambodia are avoiding Korean recruits due to police raids.
Lee emphasized seriousness, quoting, "If you dare to mess with South Koreans, it will ruin you and your family," and noted his October pledge.
Cambodia deported 73 South Koreans and 136 Myanmar nationals linked to a scam defrauding 869 Korean victims of 48.6 billion won (US$33.4 million).

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On February 3, 2026, South Korean official Lee said Chinese organized crime groups in Cambodia are avoiding Korean recruits due to police raids.
Lee emphasized seriousness, quoting, "If you dare to mess with South Koreans, it will ruin you and your family," and noted his October pledge.
Cambodia deported 73 South Koreans and 136 Myanmar nationals linked to a scam defrauding 869 Korean victims of 48.6 billion won (US$33.4 million).