Indonesian police arrest 321 foreigners in online gambling crackdown
Indonesian police arrested 321 foreigners in a raid on an online gambling hub in Jakarta.Summary
Indonesian police arrested 321 foreign nationals in a raid on an alleged online gambling operation in Jakarta, described as a hub for over 70 websites targeting players outside Indonesia. The suspects, primarily from Vietnam (228), China (57), and other Southeast Asian countries, were arrested while working in roles such as customer service and telemarketing. Authorities seized equipment and cash, and noted that many suspects had overstayed their visas. The operation is estimated to have run for about two months. This raid is part of a broader crackdown on illegal digital betting networks in Indonesia, following similar operations in other cities like Surabaya and Bali. Police stated that the investigation could lead to additional arrests tied to international networks.
(Source：PBS News)