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How these scammers struck mercilessly: ‘We have crystal-clear footage of the suspects’

How these scammers struck mercilessly: ‘We have crystal-clear footage of the suspects’

Dutch police have launched the 'Game Over?!' campaign to identify and apprehend 100 suspects involved in bank helpdesk fraud targeting the elderly. Starting Monday, clear images of the suspects will be displayed on public screens, television, and online to help recover millions of euros in stolen funds.

Based on reporting by haarlemsdagblad. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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