Interpol states Hong was part of a fraud ring responsible for recruiting and training Korean members and providing Korean translation support for Chinese gang members. The group impersonated UK-based Janus Henderson Group to lure victims into investing through the KakaoTalk app, promising “high profits and absolute safety.”

Once in contact, victims were instructed to install a fake stock trading app designed to steal their assets. The gang reportedly swindled over KRW7 billion (more than US$5 million) from victims.

Interpol issued an international arrest warrant for Hong on September 6, 2024. On April 18, Vietnam received a request from Interpol to arrest him after learning he was hiding in the country.

Following his arrest in Lam Dong, Hong was handed over to the Ministry of Public Security to handle the case in accordance with international law.

Ho Chi Minh City police arrest Korean fugitive wanted by Interpol

VOV.VN - A Korean national wanted by Interpol for allegedly running illegal online gambling operations has been arrested by the police in Ho Chi Minh City.