Police dismantle fraud ring. Victims lost over 100,000 euros.
A criminal network was stopped in East Flanders, Belgium. People lost a lot of money in a scam. Police are investigating the group.
The investigation started in 2025 after the public prosecutor received information about ‘hameçonnage,’ a type of fraud. The network operated in Belgium and Italy. Victims lost over 100,000 euros. Police are looking into how the network worked. This shows criminals are doing crimes across countries.
Summarized from the sources above. Read the originals for the full story.
Highlights
Phishing Ring Busted in Belgium
A criminal network was stopped in East Flanders, Belgium, causing victims to lose over 100,000 euros.
Cross-Border Fraud Investigation
The police found a fraud network in Belgium and Italy.
Hameçonnage Fraud Involved
The investigation started because of ‘hameçonnage,’ a type of fraud.
Operation Highlights Criminal Activity
The operation shows criminals working across countries.
Authorities are Investigating
Police are investigating the network's actions and operations.