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Laos hands over 106 Thais linked to scam-gang crackdown
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Lao authorities have handed over 106 Thai nationals allegedly linked to call-centre scam and online gambling operations, following a major nationwide crackdown on scam gangs.
Key facts
- The first group of Thais was transferred to Thai authorities on May 27 after being arrested in Bolikhamxay province and going through legal proceedings in Laos.
- Thai officials said all 106 people would be screened to determine whether they were victims of human trafficking or forced labour, or whether they had willingly travelled to work for the alleged scam operation.
- The searches were carried out on May 19 in coordination with local authorities and under a search order from the Bolikhamxay provincial prosecutor’s office.
- Authorities detained 106 people, including 51 women, and seized evidence for further investigation
Summary
The first group of Thais was transferred to Thai authorities on May 27 after being arrested in Bolikhamxay province and going through legal proceedings in Laos.
Thai officials said all 106 people would be screened to determine whether they were victims of human trafficking or forced labour, or whether they had willingly travelled to work for the alleged scam operation.