Justice · China · October 13, 2026

Chinese court sentences three triad members to death over Myanmar scam centres

Reported by 1 outlet · under-reported · first reported Oct 12, 8:00 PM ET

A Chinese court sentenced three triad members to death for crimes tied to scam centres in Myanmar's Kokang region. The charges included fraud, drug trafficking, illegal gambling, prostitution and the murder of two Chinese citizens.

Why it matters

The sentences show how forcefully Beijing is pursuing cross-border scam networks that defraud victims across Asia and beyond.

Background

Scam compounds in Myanmar's border areas have trafficked workers and defrauded victims worldwide. China has pressed for crackdowns, and powerful Kokang crime families have been handed to Chinese authorities.

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Sources

• AFP via CBS News ↗October 13, 2026

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