Another 15 Chinese nationals arrested in Kotte over online scams

Another group of 15 Chinese nationals allegedly involved in online financial scams have been arrested at Welikada in Kotte. Police spokesman DIG Nihal Thalduwa said the police have also taken custody of 15 desktop computers and 15 mobile phones which were in the possession of the arrested individuals.

He added Police have so far arrested around 180 Chinese nationals, who were allegedly involved in online financial scams, from various parts of the island within the month of October.

Additionally, the police had arrested 20 Chinese nationals who were staying at a hotel in the Gorakana area of Panadura without valid visas together with a significant number of electronic devices and other high tech accessories. The items are suspected to be linked to potential financial fraud and scams police said.