In recent years, transnational criminal activities have become a presence that cannot be ignored and pose a serious threat to domestic social security. Among all kinds of transnational crimes, especially telecommunication network fraud, it is prominent because of its concealment, high intelligence and internationalization.
These crimes often take advantage of differences in legal systems between countries to defraud citizens of their property on a large scale by setting up dens.
On January 30, the mainland public security organs negotiated and cooperated with Myanmar and successfully escorted back 10 major suspects involved in China's telecommunications network fraud crimes. What may seem like simple law enforcement news is actually hiding a multifaceted and complex international issue, from which we can gain insight into the focus, trends and challenges of global policing cooperation.
First and foremost is the geography involved. The Kokang Autonomous Region in northern Myanmar, a place that is no stranger to the Chinese, has become a hard-hit area for transnational criminal activities due to its complex geographical and political background. The Kokang region has long been plagued by transnational telecommunications fraud, especially the frequent activities of some criminal groups led by Bai Suocheng and Wei Huairen, and the degree of their crimes has touched the bottom line of mainland citizens.
These criminal groups have not only openly set up fraud dens, but have also carried out unscrupulous fraud against Chinese citizens, and have also been involved in violent crimes such as intentional homicide, intentional injury, and illegal detention, which have seriously undermined social order and challenged the bottom line of the legal system.
In the face of such a thorny international issue, our public security organs did not sit idly by, but took action to overcome difficulties. The public security department has strengthened international police cooperation in a targeted manner, strengthened communication and cooperation with Myanmar's law enforcement agencies, and even sent a working group to Myanmar to conduct investigations and negotiations. The resolute determination and resolute will embodied in this fully demonstrate the firm determination of the mainland's law enforcement departments to safeguard the rights and interests of citizens and crack down on criminal activities.
It is worth noting that the 10 criminals who were successfully escorted this time belonged to the Bai family, the Wei family, and the Liu family, which were known as the "Four Great Families of Northern Burma's Wire Fraud."
This operation pioneered the arrest of Bai Suocheng and others, which can be said to be a serious setback for these criminal groups. Because the arrest of their leader means that the basic structure of a criminal network has been completely destroyed, and the harm it does to our citizens is expected to be put on the brake.
Moreover, the mainland police have made it clear that they will maintain the intensity of their crackdown on such crimes, so that they have nowhere to hide. According to statistics, up to now, 44,000 suspects of telecommunications network fraud in northern Myanmar have been handed over to our side, of which 171 are "financiers", ringleaders and cadres, and 2,908 are on the run.
Every figure indicates the results of the work of the mainland's public security organs in cracking down on overseas fraud syndicates, and every incident caught is a heavy blow to the arrogance of overseas fraud syndicates.
The use of police power is not a simple law enforcement act, but a deep demonstration of international discourse. By continuously deepening international law enforcement cooperation, the mainland's public security organs have demonstrated to the world the authority and determination of China's legal system with tangible results, which also indicates that China is gradually exerting the initiative and exercising its right to speak in international law enforcement cooperation.
Although the current situation of telecommunications network fraud in northern Myanmar is grim, we firmly believe that with the continuous crackdown of the mainland public security organs, this "cancer" will eventually be eradicated.
However, it must be clear that in order to completely eradicate this crime, it is not enough to rely on the strength of law enforcement agencies alone, but more needs the understanding and support of the public, the deep involvement of government agencies, and the broad cooperation of the international community. Only in this way can we truly realize the safety of the people's lives and property and maintain the security and stability of the borders.
Generally speaking, this escort operation was definitely a very happy law enforcement incident, and the people in China applauded one after another! This is also a portrayal of China's active response to transnational crimes, the protection of citizens' rights and interests, and the maintenance of social stability in international law enforcement cooperation.
Let us look forward to more such "results" and praise the hard work of the mainland public security organs. Let us work together to combat these crimes and safeguard the tranquility and stability of our great motherland.
Was the state subsidized by telecommunications fraud?
With the rapid development of the digital age, the phenomenon of telecom fraud has become a global problem, which has brought great trouble to the lives of people in all countries. While we are immersed in the convenience brought by information technology, we are also exposed to the risks and challenges that come with it, including online telecommunications fraud.
Online telecom fraud is a new type of criminal method that uses digital technology to defraud others of property through false publicity, fraud and extortion carried out by telecommunication equipment or online platforms. The emergence of this form of crime not only reflects the "utilization" of scientific and technological progress by criminals, but also exposes our shortcomings in information security prevention.
So, when we become victims of telecom fraud, I think many people will have this question: will the state give subsidies to those who have been defrauded by telecommunications?
The answer, sadly, is impossible. This is because telecommunication fraud is an illegal act that relies on fraudulent and misleading means, and the victim is often based on voluntary or delusional payments. This means that victims have no legal means of claiming compensation from the fraudsters, and sometimes even find themselves unable to find the criminals.
For telecom fraud, countries have enacted strict criminal laws and set specific penalties. For example, article 266 of the Criminal Law of the People's Republic of China stipulates that whoever defrauds public or private property, and the amount is relatively large, shall be sentenced to fixed-term imprisonment of not more than three years, short-term detention or controlled release, and/or a fine; where the amount is huge or there are other serious circumstances, a sentence of between 3 and 10 years imprisonment and a concurrent fine is to be given; where the amount is especially huge or there are other especially serious circumstances, a sentence of 10 or more years imprisonment or indefinite imprisonment is to be given, and a concurrent fine or confiscation of property.
The constituent elements of the crime of fraud include the object element, the objective element, the subject element and the subjective element. There are also certain criteria for the judgment of cases involving fraud, for example, if the fraud of public or private property of more than 3,000 yuan is considered a "relatively large amount" and is found to be a crime of fraud.
While the definition and penalties for telecom fraud may vary from country to country, laws around the world provide severe sanctions for this crime. However, despite these regulations and penalties, telecom fraud continues to be banned.
This makes us think deeply about a question: how to prevent and combat telecom fraud more effectively?
Here, selective reading and understanding of relevant legal provisions is not the only solution, and we need to establish a comprehensive prevention and response mechanism, including but not limited to strengthening information security education and raising public vigilance. At the same time, the state and society should also take active measures to create a fair and just online environment and crack down on illegal and criminal acts. Only in this way can we enjoy the convenience of the digital age and avoid falling victim to telecom fraud.
Here, I would like to emphasize that we need to focus not only on how to hold criminals accountable, but also on how to protect and educate ourselves. Because, to prevent telecom fraud, everyone is responsible, and everyone needs to act. Although each person has a limited power, together they can form a strong protective net against the threat posed by telecom fraud.
Therefore, everyone should increase their awareness and ability to protect themselves, do not easily disclose personal information, do not click on unknown links at will, and report to the police in time when encountering suspected fraudulent information, and inform the people around them, so as to jointly build a safe and healthy network environment. Because, no matter how good the laws and policies are, they are inseparable from everyone's active cooperation and action.
All in all, although it is impossible for the state to subsidize telecom fraud, each of us should take the responsibility of preventing telecom fraud, not only by taking action, but also by having sufficient awareness of prevention. Only in this way can we enjoy the convenience brought by information technology and ensure the safety of our property. After all, prevention starts with day-to-day work, and safety starts with vigilance.