Authorities have arrested a group of foreigners believed to be involved in online money fraud at a hotel in the Halawata police jurisdiction.
The detained individuals include four Malaysian men, three Ethiopian men, a Kenyan woman, and a Chinese man. They are suspected of orchestrating fraudulent activities over the internet.
During the operation, investigators seized 20 computers, three routers, and 282 mobile phones from the suspects. The Puttalam Division Criminal Investigation Bureau is continuing its investigation into the group’s activities and any potential accomplices.
Local officials are urging the community to remain vigilant against similar fraudulent schemes. Further updates will be provided as the investigation unfolds.
