Illegal Online Trading Case: 28 suspects arrested for illegal sales of gems & jewellery

Based on information provided by local informants, a combined team of security forces searched a house located on 80th Street, between 39th and 40th Streets, in Maha Aung Myay Township, Mandalay, on 2 September.

The operation led to the arrest of 20 suspects, including Chinese, Indonesian, Malaysian, and Myanmar nationals, who were allegedly involved in the illegal online trading of gems and jewelry. Desktop computers, laptop computers, system units, mobile phones, tablets, and other related equipment were also seized from the suspects.

Similarly, on 3 September, eight Myanmar and Chinese nationals were arrested at MagDalenamoom Gems and Jewelry Trading, located on 68th street and corner of 101st Streets, along with equipment allegedly used in the illegal trading activities.

Further investigation revealed that the illegal trading activities were conducted through live-streaming under the supervision of Chen Xiao Dai. It was also learned that money obtained through fraudulent activities was transferred directly to bank accounts in Indonesia and Malaysia. Legal proceedings are currently being taken against all 28 suspects in accordance with the law.