Fake Fortune Teller Arrested in AU$70M Fraud Targeting Vietnamese Community

Published 13 hours ago·Updated 11 hours ago

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Above: A woman arrested by NSW Police in connection with fraud and money laundering in Sydney, Australia, on Nov. 12, 2025. Image copyright: NSW Police/X

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Narrative A

The alleged actions of these two individuals are an example of the damage caused to Sydney's Vietnamese community by this crime syndicate. The asset seizures were crucial in this and will help restore confidence in law and order across the state. This case will next go to the judicial system — the details will be heard in a court of law.

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Narrative B

This goes beyond a single case — psychic and clairvoyant scams are an exploding phenomenon, with fraudsters stealing billions worldwide by preying on the vulnerable. Accordingly, people must learn the skills and techniques to protect themselves from these scammers by recognizing their tactics, remaining skeptical about their claims and safeguarding their personal financial information.

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