Cambodia’s Digital Arrest Scam Exposed: Inside the 3-Line Fraud Hub
A chilling cybercrime operation has been brought to light in Cambodia, revealing a sophisticated call center at the heart of a “digital arrest” scam. Following the arrest of Khushi Chaudhary, the complex, tiered system employed by the fraudsters has been exposed, leaving many wondering how they fell prey to such elaborate schemes.
The Three Lines of Deception
The scam involved a carefully orchestrated performance, with criminals posing as figures of authority across three distinct lines of communication. First, they would contact victims pretending to be FedEx employees, then escalate the situation by impersonating law enforcement officials, and finally, solidify the illusion of authority by posing as government representatives. This “three-line” approach aimed to overwhelm victims with fear and pressure them into compliance.
Lavish Rewards for Extortion
Victims were coerced into transferring large sums of money under the threat of a fabricated “digital arrest.” The more successful a scammer was at extorting funds, the more lavish their rewards and faster their promotions within the criminal organization. This incentive structure fueled the scam’s growth and contributed to the devastating financial losses suffered by victims.
