Cambodian, South Korean police arrest 26 for alleged scams, sex crimesListen to this articlePolice officers escort South Korean deportees suspected of being involved in online scam operations in Cambodia, upon their arrival at Incheon International Airport in Incheon on Oct 18, 2025. The two countries have arrested 26 more in Cambodia (Photo: Reuters)SEOUL - ‍A ‍joint investigative team of Cambodian and South ‌Korean police has ​arrested 26 suspects over alleged online scams and sex crimes targeting South Korean citizens, the Korean presidential office ‌said on Monday. The suspects also allegedly coerced multiple female victims into filming ‌sex ‍videos and photos for distribution, Kang said, declining to elaborate ‌on ​details. Cambodian police made the arrests with assistance from the task force and South Korea's intelligence agency, she added. The Cambodian government could not immediately be reached for comment on the arrests ​and allegations.

Source: Bangkok Post January 12, 2026 06:33 UTC