Thai Voice Phishing Ring Busted in South Korea

Thai Voice Phishing Ring Busted in South Korea

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South Korean police have arrested seven members of a Thailand-based voice phishing ring that defrauded approximately 7 billion won (US$4.75 million) from nearly 40 victims. The suspects impersonated officials from the Financial Supervisory Service to induce victims into withdrawing money.