According to a media release, 268 individuals were investigated by the police in their suspected involvement in scams & money mules related activities.
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All of those investigated, 177 were men and 91 were women, aged between 15 to 73.
These individuals are believed to be involved in 542 cases of scams that include loans, e-commerce and internet love scams. It is reported that the victims of these cases lost more than $3 million.
According to the law, anyone convicted of cheating could face a jail term up to 10 years and fine. Those who are convicted of money laundering could be fine up to $500,000 and jailed for up to 10 years.