Khanh Hoa Police on Dec. 28 said hundreds of officers simultaneously swept through multiple locations across Nha Trang, including hotels, serviced apartments and rental homes in Nha Trang, Nam Nha Trang and Tay Nha Trang wards on Dec. 26.
Many suspects were caught placing bets and managing online gambling platforms in real time.
Police catch the suspects in an onling gambling ring in Nha Trang, central Vietnam. Photo courtesy of the police
Investigators say the group entered Vietnam on tourist visas before renting properties to set up gambling activities. Officers seized computers, mobile phones and various related documents as evidence.
Authorities are now working to clarify each individual's role and proceed with legal actions for online gambling and betting violations.