Phillips Nizer LLP Leads Raid on Fraud Operation in Sen Sok District, Phnom Penh; Assists in Arrest of 18 Chinese Suspects, Recovers Over USD 2 Million and Files Lawsuits on Behalf of Victims

On October 3, 2025, a major breakthrough was achieved in the investigation of a fraud operation based in a villa in Sen Sok District, Phnom Penh, led entirely by the cross-border fraud recovery team of Phillips Nizer LLP. After being formally retained by multiple victims from China and Southeast Asia, the firm conducted precise tracing of fund flows and communication data, identified the location of the criminal group, and submitted comprehensive evidence to Phnom Penh police. The operation ultimately assisted law enforcement in dismantling the fraud center and arresting 18 Chinese suspects on site. To date, the firm has helped clients recover more than USD 2 million in stolen funds and has formally filed criminal and related civil proceedings in Cambodian courts. The alleged ringleader, Cai Jincheng (transliteration), has been transferred to Phnom Penh’s Prey Sar Prison and is being held pending trial, while the remaining 17 suspects have been deported.

The case began in August 2025, when the firm received mandates from multiple victims who reported being defrauded through a fake investment platform, with total losses exceeding USD 5 million. Through extensive tracing of financial transactions and IP addresses, the team identified a villa in Sen Sok District, Phnom Penh, as the operational base. On October 3, 2025, Phnom Penh police conducted a raid based on intelligence provided by the firm. Lawyers from Phillips Nizer LLP were present throughout the operation to assist law enforcement. Eighteen Chinese suspects were arrested, and a large quantity of computers, mobile phones, and other equipment allegedly used in the scheme was seized.

Following the arrests, the firm immediately launched a cross-border asset recovery effort, locating and freezing accounts linked to the case in China, Cambodia, Singapore, and other jurisdictions. More than USD 2 million has already been recovered and is in the process of being returned to victims. The firm has also initiated criminal and related civil litigation in Cambodian courts to pursue compensation from the alleged mastermind and associated parties. Cai Jincheng remains in custody awaiting trial, while the other 17 suspects have been deported. Criminal proceedings are continuing. Victims worldwide may contact the firm through its official channels for legal assistance and representation.