Kazakhstan And Ukraine Uncover Network Of Fraudulent Call Centers
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Kazakhstan and Ukraine have uncovered a network of fraudulent call centers whose operators allegedly deceived citizens of Kazakhstan, Ukraine and the European Union, Orda.kz reports.
The call centres of the transnational organised crime group were based in Ukraine. On March 31, in the city of Dnipro, Kazakhstan’s interior ministry and Ukraine’s National Police shut down the activities of three fraudulent call centers.
It has been established that the criminal group had long operated under the guise of fictitious investment companies. The attackers misled victims, gained access to their confidential data, personal accounts and bank accounts, and then stole money and digital assets.Kazakhstan’s interior ministry said.
In addition, investigators identified episodes involving so-called romance schemes, as well as fake cryptocurrency investments. The attackers used phishing websites imitating well-known investment platforms and crypto exchanges, gaining full control over victims’ assets.
In Dnipro, where the special operation took place, searches were carried out simultaneously at 40 addresses. Fifty-three Ukrainian citizens were detained. Eight key suspects were placed in temporary detention and charged. The rest will be prosecuted in accordance with the law.
According to preliminary data, the searches led to the seizure of $100,000, 90 computers, 125 smartphones, six luxury cars and an item resembling a firearm. The investigation is continuing. Police in both countries intend to identify other victims and additional accomplices, as well as determine the total amount of damage.
Original author: Oksana Matviyenko
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