Cao Bang Provincial Police have successfully dismantled a major transnational cyber fraud ring based in Cambodia, as part of special operation 325L. The scheme, led by foreign nationals, targeted hundreds of Vietnamese victims and defrauded them of more than 160 billion VND (approximately USD 6.54 million).

Beginning in February 2025, the criminal group set up a shell company in Svay Rieng Province, Cambodia, operating near the Bavet - Moc Bai border gate. They posed as police officers and tricked victims into installing a fake version of the VNeID app embedded with malware. The malicious software allowed the criminals to take control of victims’ phones and drain their bank accounts.

On March 28, the Director of Cao Bang Provincial Police officially launched the special operation to investigate and dismantle the criminal network.

Through extensive investigation and coordination with relevant authorities, police uncovered the group’s organizational structure and methods. They then collaborated with Cambodian authorities to transfer the suspects to Vietnam for further legal proceedings.

With guidance from the Ministry of Public Security and support from various agencies, Cao Bang Provincial Police systematically took down the cross-border criminal network, helping safeguard national security and protect citizens’ rights.

The Provincial Police Investigation Department has now initiated legal proceedings, filing charges against 39 individuals for using computer networks, telecommunications, and electronic means to commit fraud and misappropriate assets.

The case is currently under further investigation in accordance with Vietnamese law.

Duc Hoang