Scam park allure: naivety is key


Two rescued trafficked victims who escaped a razor wire protected compound in Cambodia where they were forced to scam people online. — International Justice Mission

NAIVETY and desperation, apart from a limited grasp on the realities of life, have landed many unwitting victims of scam park syndicates.

Despite unceasing efforts to highlight criminal activities perpetrated by such syndicates, luring victims with promises of lucrative jobs or the thrill of romance is just too easy of a task for these scammers.

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