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Wu Ziqiang, a Chinese national wanted in connection with an online scam syndicate, has been apprehended in Nha Trang, Vietnam, after evading authorities for over a year. The arrest was carried out by Khanh Hoa Provincial Police alongside the Ministry of Public Security's Criminal Investigation Agency. Following his capture, Wu was handed over to Chinese officials at the Lang Son border gate.

 

Wu, 42, was sought by Bao'an District Police in Shenzhen, China. Authorities there issued an arrest warrant on May 23, 2024, suspecting him of facilitating the activities of an online scam network. He initially managed to escape to Vietnam via the Guangxi Province border gate, close to the Mong Cai Border Gate in Vietnam's Quang Ninh Province.

 

The operation leading to Wu's capture was a collaborative effort involving local police and criminal investigation units. They successfully tracked him down to a hotel on Hoang Hoa Tham Street in Nha Trang. This case highlights the effective cross-border cooperation between Vietnamese and Chinese law enforcement agencies.

 

Experts note that Wu’s arrest could lead to further insights into the operations of the online scam syndicate. Authorities continue to emphasize the importance of international collaboration in tackling cybercrime, an increasingly prevalent issue.

 

Looking forward, Wu's extradition may pave the way for more detailed investigations and possible arrests of other syndicate members. This incident underscores a broader commitment to combating transnational crime effectively.

 

Key Takeaways

• Wu Ziqiang, linked to an online scam, was arrested in Vietnam.
• The arrest followed a warrant issued by Shenzhen authorities in 2024.
• Cross-border cooperation facilitated Wu's extradition to China.

 

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now from VN Express 2025-10-23

 

 

I'm sure he'll be looking forward to going home...  As soon as possible...

On 10/27/2025 at 10:17 AM, Watawattana said:

I'm sure he'll be looking forward to going home...  As soon as possible...

The Chinese do not coddle their criminals. Little woke compassion for those accused and convicted (excuse the tautology) (pretty near 100% conviction rates).

 

It is ironic when they are busted, as they have already most likely coughed up a goodly amount of "protection money" to certain lax authorities to avoid capture ... but you can't pay everyone off, and the long arm of the law that was not loaded with gold will be doubly ready to collar you.