Vietnam Police Disrupt Major Cross-Border Cyber Fraud Operations

Vietnamese authorities have thwarted a transnational cyber fraud network before it could commence operations. On June 11, 2026, police detained four suspects, including Zhao Wei Zhong, a Chinese national, who coordinated the operation. Investigators uncovered plans for online fraud schemes targeting individuals, similar to those previously executed in Cambodia. The group had relocated dozens of Chinese nationals to various properties in Vietnam, where they prepared for large-scale fraudulent activities. Authorities seized extensive equipment, including 73 computers and 134 mobile phones, indicating a significant operational setup. Concurrently, HCM City police discovered a separate cyber fraud ring involving 83 Chinese nationals, further highlighting the ongoing issue of illegal foreign operations in the country. Both operations underscore the growing threat of transnational cybercrime in Vietnam.

Key Points: • Vietnamese police arrested four suspects linked to a cross-border cyber fraud network. • The operation involved relocating Chinese nationals to Vietnam for fraudulent activities. • Authorities seized significant amounts of equipment prepared for large-scale online scams.