An Giang Police dismantle 750 billion VND gambling and money laundering ring

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An Giang Provincial Police have prosecuted 96 individuals involved in a transnational gambling and money laundering ring. The investigation revealed that the criminal organization used rented properties in Phu Quoc to facilitate online gambling transactions, while the system's servers were located abroad.

The ring was allegedly led by Nguyen Ngoc Minh Thien, also known as Jackie. To operate the scheme, the group hired individuals to use their bank accounts for transferring betting funds and laundering money. They also exploited online gaming promotion and cashback policies for illicit profit.

Authorities have identified approximately 3,000 suspicious individuals linked to the operation. Investigators found that over 327,000 accounts were used for transactions, with a total value exceeding 750 billion VND. The investigation is ongoing as police work to identify more participants, some of whom may be operating from outside the province or abroad.

Entities

An Giang Provincial Police · Dong Nai City Police · Nguyen Hoang Anh Tuan · Nguyễn Ngọc Minh Thiện · Phú Quốc · Trang Bom

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[● 4 SOURCES] Nguyen Ngoc Minh Thien, also known as Jackie, led the criminal ring. baogialai.com.vn · cafebiz.vn · cafef.vn · tienphong.vn
[● 4 SOURCES] The investigation identified approximately 3,000 suspicious individuals related to the ring. baogialai.com.vn · cafebiz.vn · cafef.vn · tienphong.vn
[● 4 SOURCES] The group used rented houses in Phu Quoc to facilitate online gambling money transfers. baogialai.com.vn · cafebiz.vn · cafef.vn · tienphong.vn
[● 3 SOURCES] The ring operated by hiring individuals to use their bank accounts for money laundering and betting transactions. cafebiz.vn · cafef.vn · tienphong.vn
[● 4 SOURCES] Over 327,000 accounts were used for transactions totaling more than 750 billion VND. baogialai.com.vn · cafebiz.vn · cafef.vn · tienphong.vn
[● 4 SOURCES] The gambling system's servers were located abroad. baogialai.com.vn · cafebiz.vn · cafef.vn · tienphong.vn
[● 4 SOURCES] An Giang Provincial Police have prosecuted 96 defendants in a cross-border gambling and money laundering ring. baogialai.com.vn · cafebiz.vn · cafef.vn · tienphong.vn
[● 3 SOURCES] The criminal organization has a transnational nature. cafebiz.vn · cafef.vn · tienphong.vn