Cambodian authorities have carried out a large-scale enforcement operation targeting an online scam compound, resulting in the detention of more than 2,000 individuals, including nearly 1,800 Chinese nationals. The operation was conducted amid growing international pressure to curb cross-border online fraud activities.
According to a statement released by the Ministry of Interior, the raid took place early Saturday morning at a suspected online fraud complex located in Bavet, the largest city in Svay Rieng province, near the Cambodian–Vietnamese border. Law enforcement officials said the operation involved multiple security units and was aimed at dismantling organized scam networks operating from the site.
The ministry confirmed that the detained individuals include foreign nationals of various countries, with Chinese citizens accounting for the largest group. Authorities stated that investigations are ongoing to determine the roles and legal status of those held, as well as the scope of criminal activities linked to the compound.
Officials also noted that the Chinese nationals are expected to be handed over to Chinese authorities in accordance with existing legal cooperation frameworks, similar to previous cases involving suspected cybercrime figures. Cambodian authorities reaffirmed their commitment to cooperating with international partners to combat online fraud, human trafficking, and related transnational crimes.
