China’s prosecution and public security authorities are ramping up efforts to combat cross-border telecom fraud. The Supreme People’s Procuratorate (SPP) announced on Sunday that eight major cases have been placed under joint oversight.
This move builds on earlier collaborations between the SPP and the Ministry of Public Security, which have jointly overseen 13 significant cross-border telecom fraud cases since 2022. The latest cases originate from provinces including Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Fujian.
The criminal activities involve recruiting individuals within China and trafficking them abroad to engage in fraudulent schemes. Some cases also include serious violent crimes such as unlawful detention and intentional injury.
Between January and October 2024, enhanced asset recovery and fraud prevention measures led to the freezing of 235.9 billion yuan ($32.83 billion) in defrauded funds, according to the SPP. These efforts have safeguarded the public from significant financial losses.
Authorities have pledged to intensify their crackdown on telecom fraud criminals, emphasizing their commitment to protecting the public’s legitimate rights and defending lives and properties.
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China to strengthen efforts to fight trans-border telecom fraud
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