Bssnews Nine Arrested in Major Online Gambling and Cyber Fraud Operation in Dhaka
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- •Nine individuals, including six Chinese nationals, were arrested for online gambling and fraud.
- •The group used mobile financial services to collect and launder money abroad.
- •Police seized high-tech equipment, including GSM gateway devices and hundreds of SIM cards.
On May 14, 2026, the Detective Branch of Dhaka Metropolitan Police arrested nine individuals, including six Chinese nationals, for their involvement in online gambling, cyber fraud, and illegal digital financial transactions. The arrests occurred during raids in Uttara and Turag, where police seized significant equipment including GSM gateway devices and approximately 280 SIM cards. The suspects allegedly lured victims with promises of high returns on investments through fraudulent gambling platforms. The group reportedly used mobile financial services like bKash and Nagad to collect funds, which were then laundered abroad, primarily to China. A case has been filed under the Cyber Security Act, and the suspects are currently in custody for interrogation. The police highlighted the ease with which these networks operate and their harmful impact on the Bangladeshi economy.
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