Up to 100,000 victims remain at scam centers

Thai police report that up to 100,000 people are still working at scam centers along the Thai-Myanmar border. This comes despite efforts to shut these operations down. Authorities are focusing on helping victims return home. A recent multinational crackdown has not fully dismantled these centers, which are part of a large network in Southeast Asia. These scam operations are known to generate billions of dollars each year. Many of the workers at these centers are believed to have been trafficked by criminal gangs, according to the United Nations. Some of the over 5,000 people rescued in the Myawaddy area were reportedly there voluntarily. Police General Thatchai Pitaneelaboot emphasized the need for careful investigations. He highlighted the involvement of nationals from various countries, indicating a complex situation that requires a thorough approach.