More than 300 forced workers, held as slaves in a crypto scam center, have been freed after an unexpected electricity shutdown in Thailand disrupted the operation.
A sudden power outage at a crypto scam center in Thailand led to the rescue of over 300 forced workers who were compelled to support fraudulent crypto investment schemes. The deliberate power cut threw the operation into chaos, allowing law enforcement to intervene swiftly.
Authorities are now preparing for an influx of freed victims, echoing recent events where a scam syndicate in Myanmar freed over 100 employees to Thailand, a move that highlights the growing regional effort to dismantle such criminal networks. This operation comes amid wider plans to bolster support services for rescued individuals, as reported by Bangkok Post.
The Thai government is taking further steps to intensify its fight against scammers. Authorities, as noted in Thailand set to escalate war on scammers in Myanmar, are expanding their operations, with the Thai Prime Minister recently approving additional measures to cut off power supplies fueling these illicit schemes a strategy detailed in PM approves cutting off power fuel to scammers in Myanmar.
The region remains volatile, with ongoing local tensions that further complicate efforts to combat organized crime.
For example, Karen rebels have given Chinese gangsters a deadline to leave, underscoring the challenges faced in border areas where these scams often operate. Broader coverage from Nation Thailand also sheds light on the government’s determined response to these issues.
The rescue of these more than 300 forced workers marks a significant victory in the battle against modern slavery and financial fraud. Authorities continue to investigate the scam center to dismantle the criminal network fully and ensure that the freed individuals receive all necessary support.
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