Ukraine shuts down 94 fraudulent call centers, seize millions in cash

Ukraine shuts down 94 fraudulent call centers, seize millions in cash
Ukrainian authorities shut down 94 fraudulent call centers that used fake investment schemes, bank impersonation, and remote-access tricks to steal money and access victims’ accounts. The operation, supported by German police, led to 411 searches, major seizures, and 26 suspects being formally notified. #NationalPolice #SecurityService #ProsecutorGeneralsOffice #GermanPolice

Keypoints

  • Ukraine shut down 94 fraudulent call centers in a nationwide operation.
  • The scammers posed as bankers, brokers, and law enforcement officers.
  • Victims were tricked into fake investments and installing remote-access tools.
  • Police conducted 411 searches and seized cash, vehicles, phones, and crypto wallet access tools.
  • Twenty-six suspects were formally notified, and forensic analysis is ongoing.

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