(Phnom Penh): Cambodian authorities froze over USD 300 million in bank accounts linked to online scam crimes and sent 446 cases involving 3,927 accused people from 29 nationalities to court during a nationwide crackdown from July 2025 to 31 August 2026.

According to the Secretariat of the Commission for Combating Online Scams (CCOS), authorities investigated 832 suspected locations, raided 663 sites, and took control of 86 major scam compounds, with legal procedures underway for their confiscation.

Authorities there are currently no large-scale scam compounds operating in Cambodia, although some operations have shifted to smaller and more concealed locations, including rented rooms, guesthouses, condominiums, houses, vehicles, and coffee shops.

The nationwide crackdown also led to the detention of nearly 30,000 suspects from 39 nationalities, while more than 22,000 foreigners from 38 nationalities were rescued and processed for repatriation.

Authorities also took legal action against 27 casinos linked to online scams, revoking the licences of 18 casinos and suspending nine others.

Meanwhile, legal action has been taken in four cases involving 15 government officials suspected of links to scam activities, including personnel from the judiciary, immigration, police, foreign affairs, and military sectors.

The CCOS called on the public and relevant stakeholders to report suspected scam locations and provide information that could assist ongoing investigations.

The Royal Government pledged to continue investigations, crackdowns, and legal proceedings as part of its efforts to eliminate online scam crimes in Cambodia.
=FRESH NEWS