52 arrested in Tachilek telecom fraud, online gambling crackdown

 

THE government regards the fight against online fraud and ille­gal online gambling — which pose threats internationally and glob­ally — as a national responsibili­ty. It is actively taking coordinated measures, not only with domestic agencies but also in cooperation with neighbouring countries, to ensure that such activities cannot operate within Myanmar.

 

In carrying out these efforts, a joint task force comprising secu­rity personnel conducted inspec­tions in Tachilek Township, Shan State (East), following reports of online fraud and gambling oper­ations. At approximately 11:50 am today, near Loma Hotel in the Weinkyauk Ward of Tachilek, the team arrested three Chinese male nationals and six Myanmar female nationals engaged in on­line fraud and gambling activi­ties. Seized items included three all-in-one computers, 13 laptops, 320 mobile phones, 108 tablets, one printer, six Wi-Fi routers and related equipment.

 

Further searches were car­ried out by the joint task force. At around 2:10 pm, in a house within the same ward, eight Chi­nese male nationals, one Chinese Taiwan female national, 27 My­anmar male nationals and seven Myanmar female nationals were arrested for involvement in online fraud and gambling operations. Additional items seized included 23 all-in-one computers, one mon­itor, one system unit, 52 mobile phones and related equipment. In total, 52 individuals involved in online fraud and gambling ac­tivities, along with operational equipment, were detained.

 

Those arrested will be dealt with effectively in accordance with the law. Investigations will continue to identify and take action against those behind the operations. The seized equipment also be handled in line with established procedures.

 

The government of Myanmar con­tinues to cooperate actively in combating online fraud and illegal online gambling. Foreign nationals who have entered the country for various reasons and are found to be involved in such activities will be investigated in accordance with the law. On humanitarian grounds and in the spirit of international friendship, they will be repatriated to their respec­tive countries where appropriate. Key offenders will be detained and formally handed over to the relevant authorities, and effective legal action will be taken in accordance with the law. — MNA/MKKS